Ham Chowder

Ingredients

• 8 cups chicken or ham stock
• 4 cups cubed country ham
• 4 tablespoons dried rosemary , divided
• 2 pounds bacon , diced
• 6 greens onions , diced
• 3 leeks , diced
• 2 large onions , diced
• 3 cloves garlic , minced
• 6 large potatoes , cubed
• 1 pound carrots , cubed
• 1.5 cups heavy cream

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat stock into a large pot set over medium heat to a simmer. Stir in ham and 2 tablespoons rosemary.

2. 2

   Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat, turning occasionally, until crisp. Transfer bacon, using a slotted spoon, to pot. Discard half the bacon grease, reserve remaining grease in skillet. Return skillet to medium heat. Stir in green onions, leeks, onions, and garlic; cook until tender, then add to pot.

3. 3

   Add potatoes, carrots, and remaining 2 tablespoons rosemary to pot; simmer until vegetables tender, about 20 minutes. Off heat, stir in cream.