Cheesy Ham and Potato Chowder
Cheesy Ham and Potato Chowder is rich and ultra-creamy, with tender potato cubes and salty bits of ham melting into a smooth, comforting broth. The processed cheese brings a nostalgic, velvety texture, while a touch of pepper keeps the flavor balanced. Serve it on chilly evenings or for a casual weekend dinner with warm rolls or a crisp salad.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves16
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Place the potatoes, onion, and cubed ham in a large stockpot. Cover with water. Cook until the potatoes are almost tender.
- 2
Remove about one cup of the cooked potatoes and mash them in a bowl with the back of a fork. Add some of the liquid from the pan (about a tablespoon at a time) along with the flour until you have a thick paste. Add this back to the pot.
- 3
Place the cheese (either whole or cubed) in the pot. Let the soup simmer until the cheese melts and it is thick. Add ground black pepper to taste and stir in the milk.
- Calories 276.77 kcal Moderate
- Protein 21.54 g Good Source
- Carbs 5.88 g Moderate
- Total Fat 18.42 g High
- Saturated Fat 11.94 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 76.72 mg High
- Sodium 648.51 mg High
- Fiber 0.71 g Low Source
- Sugar 1.61 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 424.64 mg Good Source
- Iron 0.51 mg Low Source
- Potassium 172.89 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 247.73 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.17 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
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About This Recipe
Cheesy Ham and Potato Chowder is an American dinner recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 10 mins, serves 16, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Cheese Cubes, and Milk. Each serving provides about 276.77 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Cheesy Ham and Potato Chowder?
- It is an American chowder recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Cheesy Ham and Potato Chowder made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Cheese Cubes, Milk, Peeled Whole Potatoes. The full list of 7 is above.
- What goes well with Cheesy Ham and Potato Chowder?
- Explore these American side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Cheesy Ham and Potato Chowder?
- About 1 hr 10 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 276.77 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Cheesy Ham and Potato Chowder easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 3 steps.
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