Name: Creamy Cauliflower, Potato, and Cheesy Ham Chowder
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 21 min
Total time: 31 min
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 onion (diced); 4 cloves garlic (minced); 4 Thai chilis (minced (leave out if you prefer a non spicy version)); 1 large potato (peeled and cut into small pieces); 1/4-1/2 lb diced ham; 1 head small 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)

Creamy Cauliflower, Potato, and Cheesy Ham Chowder and Sliced Bread

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 are great to add as well. Cheese and more cheese is a fabulous thing. 🙂 This really was absolutely delicious and was accompanied by a light salad and some ciabatta bread to soak up all the scrumptiousness!

Cauliflower, ham, chicken broth, garlic, onion, heavy cream, and potato — **Some** **Ingredients for Creamy Cauliflower, Potato, and Cheesy Ham Chowder**

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!

Benefits of Eating Cauliflower

So turns out this soup is pretty good for you! It includes cauliflower, which is on a list of Powerhouse Fruits and Vegetables from the CDC. I just discovered this list of produce ranked by nutrient density. These are supposed to be some of the best foods you can eat to help prevent chronic disease. Cauliflower is #24!

Cauliflower is a great source of fiber and vitamins, including the B-vitamins, C, and K. It also contains cancer fighting antioxidants. I’m going to work on incorporating more cauliflower into my diet after learning this!

Creamy Cauliflower, Potato, and Cheesy Ham Chowder in a spoon

You will absolutely love this soup! And you may also enjoy these soups as well!

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Cheers!

Grace

Creamy Cauliflower, Potato, and Cheesy Ham Chowder

Grace

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

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Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 21 mins

Total Time 31 mins

Course Soup

Cuisine American

Servings 3 people

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion diced
4 cloves garlic minced
4 Thai chilis minced (leave out if you prefer a non spicy version)
1 large potato peeled and cut into small pieces
1/4-1/2 lb diced ham
1 head small 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, garlic, and Thai chilis (if using) 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

This recipe calls for 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese to be added to the soup. You can adjust and add a bit more or less to your liking.

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 amazing bread for a completely satisfying meal!

Keyword chowder, creamy, ham, Soup

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