Fresh fennel bulb has a
slightly anise flavor. Serve this calming and comforting chowder
with crackers and fresh fruit salad after a brisk day outside.
Spicy Ham
Chili
- 1 pound ham, cut into
1/2-inch cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 jalapeno chile, seeded and minced*
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 (28-ounce) cans chopped tomatoes, undrained
1 (10-ounce) package frozen whole kernel corn
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- In small skillet, heat
olive oil and sauté onion, jalapeno and garlic until onion
is tender, about 4 minutes.**
- Place onion mixture in
4 to 5-quart crockpot, add remaining ingredients and mix gently.
Cover and cook on High setting 4 hours.
- Serve over hot rice, with
sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped fresh cilantro,
if desired.
Serves 6.
*Wear rubber cloves when
handling hot chile.
**Use caution when sautéing
chile; do not inhale fumes or stand with face directly over skillet.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 522 calories
Protein 32 grams
Fat 31 grams
Sodium 1661 milligrams
Cholesterol 109 milligrams
Saturated Fat 18 grams
Carbohydrates 27 grams
Fiber 3 grams
Recipe provided courtesy of Pork, The Other White
Meat.
