Description
Ham and Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for warming you up on chilly nights. This creamy soup features tender potatoes, savory ham, and a medley of vegetables, all simmered to perfection. It’s easy to make and customizable, making it an ideal dish for family gatherings or cozy dinners. Enjoy this heartwarming bowl of goodness that combines rich flavors with simple ingredients for a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced leftover ham
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 cup chopped sweet onion (like Vidalia)
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by dicing ham and chopping vegetables.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in diced ham and thyme; simmer for about 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Reduce heat to low and add heavy cream; stir gently until heated through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg