Ahh, ham and potato soup—warm, hearty, and pure comfort 🥔🥣
Here’s a classic, creamy version that hits every time.
🥔🍖 Ham and Potato Soup
Ingredients
- 3 cups potatoes, peeled & diced
- 1½ cups cooked ham, diced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk or half-and-half
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- Salt & black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika or thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the veggies
In a pot, add potatoes, onion, garlic, and broth.
Simmer 12–15 minutes until potatoes are tender. - Make it creamy
In a small pan, melt butter. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute.
Slowly whisk in milk until smooth. - Combine
Stir the cream mixture into the soup. - Add ham
Add diced ham and seasoning. Simmer 5–10 minutes. - Finish
Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot and cozy 😌
✨ Optional Add-Ins
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Corn or peas
- Splash of cream
- Green onions or parsley on top
🔥 Tips
- Best with leftover ham
- Thicker soup? Mash a few potatoes in the pot
- Crockpot version? I’ve got you
Want extra thick, cheesy, or slow-cooker style next?
