Creamy Ham & Corn Soup

  Soups

My quick and easy soup really hits the spot on a cold winter night (and yes, we do occasionally have those in Arizona). I like to serve it with a salad and hot homemade bread.

Creamy Ham & Corn Soup

Average Rating: 4.5

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
YIELD: 7 servings.

Ingredients

  • 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen corn
  • 1 cup half-and-half cream
  • 1/3 cup chopped onion
  • 1/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper
  • 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup diced fully cooked ham
  • Snipped fresh dill, optional

Instructions

  • 1. Combine the broth, corn, cream, onion and red pepper in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Combine the flour, water, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually stir into pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in ham.
  • 2. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Garnish servings with dill if desired.

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