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Easy and Comforting Ham and Potato Soup
This Easy and Comforting Ham and Potato Soup combines diced potatoes, ham, celery, and onions simmered in chicken broth until tender. The addition of a buttery, creamy milk and flour roux thickens the broth for a satisfying texture. Seasoned simply with salt and pepper, the soup provides cozy, mild flavors ideal for a chilly day or when craving a hearty bowl. The mix of tender vegetables and chunks of ham offer both substance and warmth in every spoonful.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings:
5
Calories:
338 kcal
Course:
Main Course, Soup, Others
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups potato peeled and diced medium, about 2 large, russet
- 1 1/2 cups ham diced medium, 9 oz, cooked, honey ham
- 1/2 cup celery diced small
- 1/2 cup onion diced small
- 4 cups chicken broth 2 (15 oz) cans
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon (44g
- 2 cups milk any percentage
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- salt
Instructions
Boil
- In a large pot, combine potatoes, ham, celery, onions, and chicken broth. Bring to a low boil and cook over medium heat until vegetables are fork-tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
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Make the roux
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and whisk in flour. Cook, stirring constantly until flour is golden, about one minute. Slowly add in milk, continuing to stir so that no lumps form and cook until mixture is thick, about 5 minutes.
Combine
- Pour flour and milk mixture into the soup and stir. Add pepper, and salt to taste.
- Serve and enjoy.
Notes
- If preferred, regular cooked ham can be used in place of honey ham without affecting the overall flavor significantly.
Nutrition Information
Calories
338kcal
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 5 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 338
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 338kcal | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.