Name: Ham and Sweet Potato Chowder
Ingredients: 1/2 c. cooked, finely chopped ham; 27 oz can chicken broth (can use low-sodium); 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed; 2 T. dried minced onion; 1/2 tsp. dried oregano; 1/2 tsp. dried parsley; 1/4 tsp. black pepper; 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes; 1/4 c. flour; 2 c. milk (use whatever your family drinks – skim milk will make a thinner chowder, 2% or whole milk, much richer – you decide)

Ingredients

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1/2 c. cooked, finely chopped ham
27 oz can chicken broth (can use low-sodium)
3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 T. dried minced onion
1/2 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 tsp. dried parsley
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 c. flour
2 c. milk (use whatever your family drinks – skim milk will make a thinner chowder, 2% or whole milk, much richer – you decide)

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Instructions

In a large stockpot, combine broth, ham, sweet potatoes, onion, oregano, parsley, black pepper and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 12 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Combine flour and milk in a shaker or bowl, mixing until smooth. Stir into soup. Bring to a boil.
Cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Be careful not to scorch or curdle milk.

Notes

If taking this soup to a gathering, transfer to slow cooker and use “keep warm” setting. Stir occasionally. Serves 4. Recipe may be doubled.

Keywords: ham soup, soups, potato soup