Ham & Potato Chowder

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

ham

🥗Healthier: turkey ham

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey ham is lower in fat, while smoked sausage is more affordable.

Melt butter in a stockpot.

Chop celery and onion; add to the melted butter and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Season with salt and black pepper, stirring to combine.

Chop carrots into half-moon pieces and add to the pot.

Dice red potatoes and add to the pot.

Add sprigs of thyme and rosemary to the pot.

Pour in chicken stock and bring to a simmer.

Once simmering, remove the herbs and blend some of the soup with an immersion blender to thicken it.

Stir in heavy cream for richness.

Add diced ham and cheddar cheese to the pot, allowing it to warm through.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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