Creamy Ham and Potato Soup
This Creamy Ham and Potato Soup is a comforting and hearty dish, perfect for a cozy meal. It features tender Yukon Gold potatoes, savory deli ham, and a creamy broth flavored with aromatic vegetables and spices. It's easy to make and sure to warm you up on chilly days.
Equipment
- Large Stockpot
- Skillet
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 carrot, sliced into thin rounds
- 3 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, chopped into large bite-size pieces (with skins on)
- 1/2 pound sweet deli ham, cut into strips
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup milk
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large stockpot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, celery, carrot, red potatoes, and deli ham. Sauté until the onions and ham start to crisp on the edges, which should take approximately 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic, onion powder, and parsley; cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in the low-sodium chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender, approximately 15 minutes.
- In a skillet, melt the butter and whisk in the flour. Whisk over low heat for 3-4 minutes. Slowly whisk in the milk to make it creamy and remove any lumps. Once thoroughly mixed and thickened, slowly whisk or stir this mixture into the soup. Simmer until warm and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
You can customize this soup by adding additional vegetables such as corn, peas, or green beans. Feel free to adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.