4 Leftover HAM Recipe Ideas

Ingredients

• 5 potatoes Russet Potatoes (peeled and cut into bite‑size pieces)
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (for sautéing)
• 1 large Onion (finely diced)
• 1 teaspoon Salt (plus extra to taste)
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 1/2 teaspoon Garlic (minced (about 1 clove))
• 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour (for thickening)
• 4 cups Low‑Sodium Chicken Broth (store‑bought or homemade)
• 2 cups Half‑and‑Half (also called cereal cream)
• 2 cups Diced Ham (leftover ham, diced)
• 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (shredded, sharp preferred)
• 2 tablespoons Green Onions (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prep Potatoes

   Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into bite‑size pieces.

   Time: PT5M

2. Boil Potatoes

   Place the potatoes in a pot of salted water, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until fork‑tender, about 12‑15 minutes.

   Time: PT15M

   Temperature: medium‑high heat

3. Sauté Onion

   While the potatoes cook, heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, season with a pinch of salt, and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium heat

4. Add Garlic

   Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: medium heat

5. Create Roux

   Sprinkle the flour over the onion‑garlic mixture and stir continuously for 2 minutes so the flour cooks but does not burn.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: medium heat

6. Add Broth

   Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth and any lumps disappear.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: medium heat

7. Thicken Soup Base

   Stir in the half‑and‑half, then season with 1 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook 10‑12 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens.

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: medium heat

8. Finish Soup

   Add the diced ham, cooked potatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until the cheese melts completely and everything is heated through, about 5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium heat

9. Garnish & Serve

   Ladle the chowder into bowls, garnish with chopped green onions (and extra ham or cheese if desired), and serve hot.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

730

Protein

20g

Carbohydrates

45g

Fat

35g

Fiber

4g