Ingredients

  • 14 cup butter
  • 14 cup onion, finely onions
  • 3 cups potatoes, diced
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 (15 ounce) can creamed corn
  • 1 12 cups half-and-half
  • 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
  • 2 packets ham, flavored concentrate Goya
  • 34 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 12-1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • chopped parsley (optional)

Method

  • In 3-quart saucepan melt butter.
  • Add chopped onion and saute until onion is clear, stirring occasionally.
  • Add potatoes, water.
  • Cover, bring to boil, lower heat and cook until tender about 10-20 minutes.
  • Add corn, half and half, evaporated milk, ham flavoring packets, cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, Old Bay seasoning, salt and pepper.
  • Heat, stirring frequently until chowder bubbles slightly.
  • If desired, garnish bowls of chowder with chopped parsley.