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Creamy Cauliflower, Potato, and Cheesy Ham Chowder

November 30, 2019 by Grace Leave a Comment

I was given 2 hams for Thanksgiving. These were not used at our feast at my sister’s house (she hosted yay!), so here I am with a huge amount of ham and what to do with it? Make Creamy Cauliflower, Potato, and Cheesy Ham Chowder of course!

The chowder also includes onion and garlic, chicken broth, and heavy cream. I used cheddar in the soup, and parmesan shavings to top the soup. Cheese and more cheese is a fabulous thing. 🙂 This really was absolutely delicious and was accompanied by a light salad and a French demi baquette.

The ham imparted such an amazing flavor to the soup and I’m happy that I have more ham so that I can whip up this soup again!

You will absolutely love this delicious soup!

Creamy Cauliflower, Potato, and Cheesy Ham Chowder

So creamy and delicious, this is perfect for using up leftover Thanksgiving ham, or anytime you desire some serious comfort food!

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time21 mins

Total Time31 mins

Course: Soup

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chowder, creamy, ham, Soup

Servings: 3 people

Author: Grace

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion diced
1 small potato peeled and cut into small pieces
1/4-1/2 lb diced ham
4 cloves garlic minced
1/2 head cauliflower cut into small pieces
32 oz chicken broth you may have some left over
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup shredded cheddar
parmesan cheese shavings as soup garnish (optional)
cayenne pepper to sprinkle on top (optional)
salt to taste
pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat up your olive oil in a large sauce pan on med – med high heat. Add your onion and garlic, and saute until softened, around 3-5 minutes.
Add the ham, and stir fry for around 3 minutes. Then add the cauliflower and potato and give it a stir.
Add enough chicken broth to cover the mixture and then bring to the boil. Cover, then lower to a simmer and simmer for around 15 minutes, or until the potato and cauliflower are tender.
Turn the heat down to low. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and heavy whipping cream. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Top this deliciously creamy soup with parmesan shavings and some cayenne pepper to give it a kick if you like! Serve with a side salad and some French bread for a completely satisfying meal!

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The BEST Tomato Basil Chicken

August 25, 2019 by Grace 2 Comments

I have a folder that I keep printed off recipes and recipes from newspaper clippings. It’s a pretty thick folder, and I hope one day I will be able to work my way through each recipe. Some of these recipes I’ve had for years, and the recipe for Tomato Basil Chicken is one of these that I come back to time and time again. Why?

Because it is a DIVINE combination.
I cannot remember where I got this recipe, but please know I assure you it is EASY. DELICIOUS. QUICK. 5 STAR.

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Hoppin’ John – 1,000 Foods to Eat Project

August 10, 2019 by Grace Leave a Comment

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One of the most delicious of Southern dishes should not be eaten only on New Year’s Day. Hoppin’ John is for any day!

Hoppin’ John is listed in the book 1,000 Foods to Eat Before You Die by Mimi Sheraton. She says that the foods she lists in her book are the tastes that every food lover should experience or dream about.

I am 24 foods in, and this is my #25 food. After 25 foods, I absolutely trust the judgment of Ms. Sheraton and am on a quest to try each and every one of these foods.

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Thomas’ English Muffins – Eggs Benedict – 1,000 Foods to Eat Project

May 18, 2019 by Grace Leave a Comment

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Eggs Benedict is probably my favorite breakfast. If you have not had Eggs Benedict, you are seriously missing out! It is heaven on the plate. Toasted English muffin, topped with amazing Canadian bacon, and a runny egg. Last but not least the creme de la creme utterly delicious sauce called Hollandaise, which is lemony and buttery, is poured or spooned over.

The base for the Eggs Benedict is the toasted English muffin. I have been eating English muffins for years, not always as part of Eggs Benedict. On other occasions I’ve had them on their own with butter, as part of an egg and bacon breakfast sandwich, etc.

Thomas’ English Muffin

I was delighted to learn that Thomas’ English muffins is actually one of the foods listed in the book 1,000 Foods To Eat Before You Die, by Mimi Sheraton. It became #15 in my quest to try each and every one of the foods in the book. Of course I had had this one before, so the Thomas’ English muffins was an easy one to knock off on my list.

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Mississippi – Catfish Allison

May 15, 2019 by Grace Leave a Comment

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Catfish Allison hails from the great southern state of Mississippi. I first read about this dish when I was researching what to cook for our movie night.

Movie Night – O Brother, Where Are Thou?

Sunday evenings we sit down to watch a film. I love to cook a meal on these movie nights that has something to do with the film we are watching. Usually either the setting of the movie, or food actually eaten or highlighted in the film can inspire the meal.

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Doc Martin’s Inspired Portobello Mushroom Sandwich

May 11, 2019 by Grace Leave a Comment

Taos, New Mexico, has some amaaaazing restaurants. We had the privilege to have lunch at one of these (Doc Martin’s) on a recent trip. Doc Martin’s restaurant is located in the historic Taos Inn, and is an acclaimed restaurant located in the Taos center.

Historic Taos Inn — Taos Inn is on the National Register of Historic Places. Look at this exquisite blue door!

Doc Martin’s Restaurant

The restaurant was named after the first doctor in Taos County, Doc Martin. Legend has it that the doctor never worried whether people could pay. He would accept chickens or potatoes in exchange for his services. The restaurant used to be his home, and the alcove in the restaurant was originally his office and delivery room.

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New Orleans Style Red Beans and Rice

March 18, 2019 by Grace 2 Comments

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Louisiana Creole Cuisine

Creole cuisine is world famous and rightly so! This amazing cuisine combines French, Spanish, African, and Haitian influences.

Louisiana Creole has produced some of the most well known and delicious foods to include jambalaya, gumbo, shrimp creole, and this recipe, Red Beans and Rice.

Red Beans and Rice

Red beans and rice is known as a simple and humble peasant food. The red beans arrived via white French creoles who settled in New Orleans after fleeing a slave uprising in Haiti. The flavors are complex considering the few ingredients needed to prepare this dish.

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Connecticut Steamed Cheeseburgers

March 12, 2019 by Grace Leave a Comment

Connecticut Steamed Cheeseburger and Pickle

Last October it was privilege a to visit New England for the first time. Unfortunately we didn’t make it to Connecticut (officially the Constitution State), so missed out on exploring New Haven (home to Yale University), world class museums, and some great culinary adventures.

One iconic food that Connecticut is known for is the Steamed Cheeseburger. Yes, you read that right! I never in my life even considered cooking a cheeseburger in this way, however after having done so I am a steamed cheeseburger convert. Try this recipe and you will be too!

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Cobb Salad (1,000 Foods to Eat Project)

March 5, 2019 by Grace Leave a Comment

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I can’t believe it took me so long to try a Cobb salad. This salad is absolutely delicious, colorful, and calorific! In short, it’s terrific. 🙂

The Cobb salad is one of foods listed in the 1,000 Foods to Eat Before You Die book by Mimi Sheraton. It is also the #4 item on my quest to try each of the 1,000 foods listed in this incredible book.

I have included in my recipe instructions on how to make this salad “from scratch.” However you can buy precooked chicken, eggs, and bacon to save time when assembling this salad.

You can view my recipe for a Californian Inspired Cobb Salad here.

1,000 Foods to Eat Before You Die Front Jacket

Enjoy one of the 1,000 Foods to Eat Before You Die foods, and get a taste of California at the same time!

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New York Hot Dogs (1000 Foods to Eat Project)

March 4, 2019 by Grace Leave a Comment

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New York Style Hot Dog Sauerkraut Ketchup and Spicy Brown Mustard — New York Style Hot Dog

Hot dogs! Who doesn’t love a hot dog?!

Hot dogs are one of foods listed in the 1,000 Foods to Eat Before You Die book, and #2 item on my quest to try each of the 1,000 foods listed in this incredible book.

Most of us in the US have tried hot dogs, however there may be many of us who have not tried a New York Style Hot Dog. Let me tell you these are delicious!

Your taste buds will thank you when you try this delicious hot dog topped with sauerkraut, spicy brown mustard and a cayenne infused ketchup!

You can view my recipe for a New York Style Hot Dog here.

Enjoy one of the 1,000 Foods to Eat Before You Die foods, and get a taste of New York at the same time!

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Creamy Cauliflower, Potato, and Cheesy Ham Chowder