Description
Creamy Ham and Potato Soup is a comforting and hearty dish made with diced ham, tender potatoes, and a rich, creamy broth—perfect for using leftover ham and warming up on cold days.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups diced cooked ham
- 4 cups diced potatoes (about 4 medium potatoes)
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, chopped green onions, crumbled bacon
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions, celery, and garlic; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth, stirring to prevent lumps.
- Add diced potatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in ham, milk, and heavy cream. Cook over low heat for another 5–10 minutes, until heated through and slightly thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with optional toppings.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes with a spoon before adding cream.
- This soup stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheats easily.
- Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream for a lighter version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg