Ingredients:
1 cup diced smoked ham
4 cups peeled and diced potatoes
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup diced carrots
2 cloves minced garlic
4 cups chicken broth
1 can (15 ounces) creamed corn
1 can (15 ounces) drained whole kernel corn
2 cups milk
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons butter
Chopped fresh parsley for optional garnish