Corn Chowder With Fresh Herbs And Smoked Ham - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 (14 1/2 oz. each) cans chicken broth
1/2 c. finely chopped onion
1 medium carrot, finely chopped
1 bay leaf
1 sprig each fresh thyme and tarragon
2 (16 oz. each) cans whole potatoes, drained
2 (16 or 17 oz. each) cans corn, drained
1/2 c. half and half
2 canned pimentos, drained and sliced
3 Tbsp. chopped parsley
1 c. (4 oz.) julienne-cut smoked ham

Preparation

In a 3-quart saucepan, combine broth, onion and carrot.
Tie together bay leaf and fresh herbs to make bouquet garni.
Add to saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Remove herbs.