Cheesy Ham Chowder

Our family's favorite version of ham soup

Ingredients

• 10 bacon strips, diced

• 1 large onion, chopped

• 1 cup diced carrots

• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• 3 cups whole milk

• 1-1/2 cups water

• 2-1/2 cups cubed potatoes

• 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained

• 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules

• Pepper to taste

• 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese

• 2 cups cubed fully cooked ham

• Minced fresh parsley, optional

Directions

1. Cook bacon until crisp, remove from pan. Saute onion and carrots until tender Add milk and water. Bring to a boil; add flour and cook, stirring for 2 minutes or until thickened.

2. Add the potatoes, corn, bouillon and pepper. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Add cheese and ham; heat until cheese is melted. Stir in bacon. If desired, garnish with parsley and additional bacon.