Ingredients

  • 8 slices bacon
  • 2 c. chopped onions
  • 4 c. potatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 c. sliced celery
  • 2 c. chicken broth
  • 3 c. cubed ham
  • 1 (16 oz.) can whole kernel corn
  • 1 (16 oz.) can cream-style corn
  • 2 c. half and half
  • black pepper to taste
  • salt to taste
  • parsley (optional)

Method

  • Fry bacon in skillet until crisp.
  • Drain and reserve 1/4 grease.
  • Saute onions in bacon grease until tender.
  • Combine potatoes, celery, sauteed onions and broth in large saucepan. Bring mixture to boiling, cover and simmer until potatoes are tender.
  • Stir in ham and both cans corn.
  • Add half and half, heat thoroughly and season to taste.
  • Serve with crumbled bacon and parsley sprinkled on top.
  • Makes 8 servings.