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Ham and Cheddar Corn Chowder

Smoky ham, tender potatoes, sweet yellow corn and cheddar cheese are perfect together in this creamy, cheesy corn chowder recipe.
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Cook Time 52 minutes
Servings 6 people
Author Lisa B.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large yellow onion peeled and diced
  • 3 carrots peeled and diced
  • 2 celery ribs diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 5 medium red-skinned potatoes cubed
  • 6 cups chicken stock
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 2 cans (16 oz. each) whole kernel corn, undrained
  • 2 cans (16 oz. each) cream-style corn
  • 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 green onion sliced, plus more for garnish
  • 4 cups cooked diced ham
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium high heat.
  • Add onion, carrots, and celery and sauté for 5 minutes.
  • Add garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
  • Add the potatoes, chicken stock, cayenne pepper, and coriander.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer, covered, for 35 minutes.
  • Add whole kernel corn with its juice, creamed corn, cheese , and milk.
  • Simmer for an additional 7 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Season with Worcestershire.
  • Add sliced green onion and diced ham. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve topped with additional green onions if desired.