Great Northern Bean Ham and Vegetable Chowder

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty Great Northern Bean Ham and Vegetable Chowder, a comforting one-pot meal that's perfect for chilly days. This creamy, protein-packed chowder is brimming with tender great northern beans, smoky diced ham, and a medley of wholesome vegetables, including carrots, celery, potatoes, and sweet corn. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, thyme, and a dash of cream, every spoonful delivers a rich and satisfying flavor. Easy to prepare in under an hour, this soul-warming recipe is ideal for meal prep, family dinners, or a comforting weeknight treat. Serve it steaming hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch. Try this delicious chowder today and discover your new favorite comfort food recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium Carrot, diced
• 2 medium Celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 cups Ham, diced
• 4 cups Great Northern beans, canned and drained (or cooked from dry)
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 2 medium Russet potato, peeled and diced
• 1 cup Frozen corn
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme (or dried thyme)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables become soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced ham to the pot and stir until heated through, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the Great Northern beans, chicken broth, diced potatoes, bay leaf, and thyme. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the chowder simmer for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 7

Add the frozen corn, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 8

Remove and discard the bay leaf. Taste the chowder and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Serve hot in bowls, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3531.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3268.5

Total Fat 114.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 490mg	0%
Sodium 13130.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 339.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 78.0g	0%
Total Sugars 33.6g
Protein 204.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 865.2mg	0%
Iron 31.0mg	0%
Potassium 8265.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.2%

Protein: 25.5%

Carbs: 42.3%