FARMHOUSE HAM CHOWDER

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"This chowder is full flavored and so comforting," says Lisa Renshaw of Kansas City, Missouri. We couldn't agree more! Leftover ham and veggies add body, while Gouda cheese brings a special touch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
4-1/4 cups whole milk
2 cups frozen cubed hash brown potatoes, thawed
2 cups frozen corn, thawed
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 cup shredded smoked Gouda cheese

Steps:

In a large saucepan, saute the onion, celery and red pepper in butter until crisp-tender. Stir in flour and dressing mix until blended; gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. , Add the potatoes, corn, ham and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Stir in cheese until blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 1288mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.