Get ready to enjoy a comforting and hearty bowl of Ham, Potato, and Corn Chowder. This delicious recipe combines the smokey flavors of HORMEL® BLACK LABEL® Bacon and savory goodness of HORMEL® CURE 81® Classic Boneless Ham with tender potatoes, sweet corn, and a creamy broth. It’s the perfect dish to warm you up on a chilly day.
Ingredients
| 4 | HORMEL® BLACK LABEL® Bacon – Original |
| 1½ | cups chopped cooked HORMEL® CURE 81® Classic Boneless Ham |
| 1 | medium yellow onion, chopped |
| 3 | tablespoons flour |
| 6 | cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth |
| 1 | tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves |
| 4 | cups fresh corn kernels |
| 1 | large Yukon gold potato, peeled and diced |
| 1½ | teaspoons kosher salt |
| ½ | cup heavy whipping cream |
| Garnish: chopped cooked bacon |
Directions
In large Dutch oven, cook bacon until crisp. Remove with slotted spoon and crumble.
Add ham and onion and cook 8 minutes or until onion is translucent. Stir in flour. Whisk in broth until smooth. Add next 4 ingredients. Bring mixture to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes or until potato is tender. Remove from heat and stir in cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with bacon, if desired.