Description
Enjoy a creamy and comforting ham and potato soup that’s perfect for chilly nights. This rich dish brings warmth and flavor with tender potatoes and savory ham, ideal for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced ham, preferably leftover from a holiday meal
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced into bite-sized chunks
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Melt butter in a pot over medium heat and sauté chopped onions and celery until soft, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add diced potatoes and ham to the pot and stir for 2 minutes to combine.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Add heavy cream, stir, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes before serving hot, garnished with parsley.
Notes
- Use leftover ham for a budget-friendly dish.
- Add herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra flavor.
- Substitute heavy cream with milk for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: ham and potato soup, creamy soup, comfort food, winter soup, easy soup recipe