Ham & Bean Chowder

Directions

1. Wash hands with soap and water.

2. Rinse fresh produce.

3. Mash one can of beans; set aside.

4. In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, add butter. Once melted, add carrots, celery and onion and saute for 4 minutes or until vegetables soften.

5. Stir in milk, half-and-half, ham, liquid smoke, salt, pepper and whole and mashed beans; add bay leaf.

6. Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes or until heated through. Discard bay leaf and top with green onion and parsley before serving.

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