Slow Cooker Ham and Corn Chowder

*Leave out or sub the potato for a low-carb option.

Another recipe that turned out great for using up some of that leftover ham... See the original recipe here: 

https://www.thekitchenismyplayground.com/2017/01/slow-cooker-ham-corn-chowder.html

Slow Cooker Ham and Corn Chowder

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 lbs. potatoes, peeled & cut into 1/2-inch cubes {about 3 medium potatoes}
• 4 c. fresh or frozen corn, thawed {about 20 oz.} (I used canned just fine)
• 4 c. cubed ham {leftover or deli ham}
• 2 small onions, chopped
• 4 ribs celery, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 tsp. black pepper
• 3 c. chicken broth
• 2 T. cornstarch
• 2 c. whole milk
• 2 c. (8 oz.) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 c. sour cream
• 3 T. minced fresh parsley

Directions:

1. Place the first 8 ingredients in a 6-quart slow cooker (potatoes, corn, ham, onions, celery, garlic, pepper, and chicken broth). Cook, covered, on LOW 8-10 hours or until potatoes are tender.
2. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and milk until smooth; stir into soup. Cook, covered, on HIGH 20-30 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.
3. Stir in cheese, sour cream and parsley until cheese is melted.

Marsha's Notes:

I taste-tested right before serving and added a small sprinkling of garlic salt to taste.