Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 4 slices thick cut bacon, (diced)
  • 1 medium yellow or sweet onion, (diced)
  • 2 medium carrots, (peeled and thinly sliced)
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 2 teaspoons better than bouillon
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3 medium russet potatoes, (peeled and diced)
  • 2 cups diced ham
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instruction

  • Cook diced bacon in a Dutch oven until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Leave about 3 tablespoons bacon grease in the Dutch oven.
  • Add onion and carrots to bacon grease and cook over medium heat until soft.
  • Sprinkle flour over onions and carrots. Stir and cook for 1 minute.
  • Gradually stir in milk and water. Add Better Than Bouillon, black pepper, white pepper, garlic powder and potatoes and bring to a simmer.
  • Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are soft.
  • Turn heat to low and stir in ham and cheese until cheese is melted. Sprinkle bacon on top. Serve.