Ham and Potato Soup is creamy, cozy, and delicious. Make a big pot of this easy recipe any time you want to feel warm and happy.
Author:Renee Rendall
Prep Time:10
Cook Time:20
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Soup
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American
Ingredients
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5 Yukon Gold Potatoes or other starchy potatoes, chopped into one inch cubes
1/2 small white onion, diced
1 medium carrot, diced
2cups chopped ham
3-1/2cups chicken stock
Salt and pepper, to taste (I like a lot of pepper)
5 tablespoons butter
1/3cup flour
1cup milk
1cup half and half or single cream
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
cheddar cheese and chives for garnish
Instructions
Add vegetables and ham to chicken stock in a medium pot. Bring to a boil and simmer until the potatoes are soft, about 15 minutes. Season to taste.
In the meantime, melt butter over medium low heat in a small sauce pan. Add flour and whisk to combine. Allow this mixture to cook for about 1 minute.
Slowly whisk in milk and half and half, then add garlic powder. Allow this mixture to come to a boil then reduce to a simmer until it thickens.
Once the potatoes are soft, add the milk mixture to the pot and stir to combine. Check for seasoning, and let this all cook together for a couple more minutes.
Top with cheddar cheese and green onions, and serve with crusty bread.