Ham and Potato Soup
This warm and comforting Ham and Potato Soup recipe is perfect for a cold winter’s evening. Whether you’re a novice or pro in the kitchen, you’ll love that this delicious soup recipes is easy-to-make and only requires a few simple ingredients.
This soup is a comforting and nourishing winter staple. This soup’s warm flavors and hearty components make it a classic. The traditional recipe calls for spices such as bay leaves, cloves and cinnamon. However, there are many modern variations that can be tailored to suit any taste. It’s also great for meal preparation–make a large pot and you’ll be able to have leftovers for lunch and dinner for several days. And honestly, it’s one of those soups that tastes even better the next day after the flavors have had a chance to meld.
Regardless of how it’s prepared, Ham and Potato Soup is a simple and enjoyable way to cozy up on a cold winter day. The next time you want something warming and comforting, grab some potatoes and a little ham and make this classic soup.
Your kitchen will smell amazing, and your soul will be nourished–guaranteed!
What is Ham and Potato Soup?
Ham and Potato Soup is a hearty and comforting dish made primarily with diced ham, potatoes, and a creamy or broth-based soup base. The soup is often flavored with garlic, onions, and herbs such as thyme or chives. It’s not just tasty, but it is also a great combination of simplicity and comfort. Whether you’re looking for an easy weeknight meal or something to serve for lunch on a cold day, this soup delivers.
Ingredients
Ham
Potatoes
Celery
Carrots
- Onions
- Butter
- Garlic
- Chicken stock
- All-purpose flour
- Milk
- Chicken bouillon
- Salt
- Pepper
- How to make Ham and Potato Soup
- In a large soup pot, heat butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, celery and carrots to the pot and cook until tender. Stir well to combine the ingredients.
- Add in the flour, stirring until mixed thoroughly.
- Pour in the chicken broth and chicken bouillon. Bring the soup up to a rolling boil.
Once the soup is boiling, turn the heat down to a simmer and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes become tender.
Add the milk. Stir well, and simmer the soup for 30 more minutes.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Enjoy your delicious homemade Ham and Potato Soup!
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Ham and Potato Soup
Try this easy Ham and Potato Soup recipe that packs delicious flavor! You’ll be amazed by how quickly you can prepare this hearty dish.
Prep Time
20
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Cook Time
1 hourhr
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minutesminsCourse Cuisine American
cupbutter
1onion
- diced 2 large carrots
- peeled and diced 1/2 cup
- celery diced 3
- cups potatoes peeled and diced 3
- cloves garlic minced 2
- cups cooked ham cubed 1/3
- cup all-purpose flour 2 cups
- chicken broth 2 cubes chicken bouillon
- 3 cups whole milk
- salt pepper
- In a large soup pot, heat butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, celery and carrots to the pot and cook until tender. Stir well to combine the ingredients. Add in the flour, stirring until mixed thoroughly. Pour in the chicken broth and chicken bouillon. Bring the soup up to a rolling boil.
- Once the soup is boiling, turn the heat down to low and simmer the soup for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes become tender.
- Add the milk. Stir well, and simmer the soup for 30 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Enjoy your delicious homemade Ham and Potato Soup!
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