Description

This chowder is the perfect combination of flavors. It is so delicious and will become a family favorite. It's a great way to use leftover ham.

Ingredients

• 10 bacon strips, diced
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 c. diced carrots
• 3 T. all-purpose flour
• 3 c. milk or more to preferred consistency
• 1-1/2 c. water
• 2-1/2 c. potatoes, cubed
• 15-1/4 oz. can whole kernel corn, drained
• 2 t. chicken bouillon granules
• freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 12 oz. shredded Cheddar cheese
• 2 c. cubed fully cooked ham

Steps

1. In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp.spoon; remove to paper towels to drain.
2. In the bacon drippings, saute onion and carrots until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually add milk and water; bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
3. Add the potatoes, corn, bouillon and pepper. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Add cheese and ham; heat until cheese is melted. Stir in bacon.