Description
A recipe for Creamy Ham, Spinach & Cheese Chowder

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup butter
  
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  
• 4 cups 1% milk
  
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
  
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes or
  
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  
• 1 cup diced ham
  
• 3 cups packed baby or torn spinach leaves
  
• 1-3/4 cups (7 ounces) Sargento Bistro Blends Mozzarella & Asiago with Roasted Garlic Shredded Cheese, divided
  
• 1/2 cup herb or garlic croutons

Preparation
Preparation Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes

1. Melt butter in large saucepan over medium heat. Add flour; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.

2. Gradually stir in milk; bring to simmer, stirring frequently. Stir in salt and pepper flakes; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in ham; heat through. Stir in spinach until wilted, about 2 minutes. Stir in 1-1/4 cups cheese until melted; ladle into shallow soup bowls. Top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese and croutons.

Nutrition
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Serves
Serves: 4 to 6

Variations
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