Cooking From the Pantry - Ham Chowder Delight

Ham Chowder Delight - quick and easy main course or a start to any great meal.

Servings - 6

Prep Time - 5 minutes

Cooking Time - 10 - 15 minutes

Just 5 Ingredients

• 8 ounces cooked ham, diced in cubes
• 2 cups half and half fat free cream or low fat milk 
• 4 ounces cream cheese 1/3 less fat (soften)
• 2 cups diced cooked potatoes ( Simply Potatoes)
  
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables, thawed and drained

Quick and Easy Steps

Step 1

 In 3 - 5 quart soup pot, add fat free half and half  and bring to a simmer.  Then add cream cheese stir until blended, add potatoes and mixed vegetables.   Let simmer for about 3 - 5 minutes then add diced ham chunks.  Season to taste with salt and pepper or MRS Dash Garlic & Herb seasoning and continue to let simmer for about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Serve in soup bowls, garnish with chopped chives and garlic flavored croutons.
Serving size is about 1 cup.