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

Method

  • 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.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Garnish servings with dill if desired.