How to Make Cheddar Ham Chowder - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cheddar Ham Chowder is a classic comfort food that is both hearty and delicious. This creamy, cheesy soup is bursting with flavor and filled with tender chunks of ham, hearty vegetables, and of course, plenty of sharp cheddar cheese.

Perfect for a cold winter day or when you're craving a cozy, filling meal, Cheddar Ham Chowder is a beloved dish that never fails to satisfy. Whether you're hosting a gathering of friends and family or simply looking to warm up with a bowl of something co...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups peeled and cubed potatoes
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup butter
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups 1% milk
  • 1 (8 ounce) package low-fat cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 (15 ounce) can corn
  • 1 ½ cups cubed fully cooked ham

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Bring water, potatoes, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper to a boil in a large saucepan. Reduce heat, cover with a lid, and simmer until vegetables are just tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat.
  • Melt butter in a separate large saucepan over medium heat. Stir flour into melted butter until smooth. Gradually stir milk into butter-flour mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir cream cheese and Cheddar cheese into milk mixture until melted. Pour potato mixture, including liquid, into milk-cheese mixture; add corn and ham. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soup is heated through, 10 to 15 more minutes.
  • Nutrition

    471 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 16g
    • Cholesterol: 84mg
    • Sodium: 975mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 25mg
    • Calcium: 305mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 663mg