Description
A warm and comforting ham and potato soup that evokes memories of family gatherings and cozy nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced ham
- 4 cups potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and carrots; sauté until softened.
- Stir in the diced ham and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cubed potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in the milk and season with salt and pepper. Heat through and serve hot, garnished with green onions if desired.
Notes
For extra creaminess, consider using half-and-half instead of milk. Experiment with herbs like thyme or parsley for elevated flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: soup, ham, potato, comfort food, family recipe
