Description
A comforting and hearty soup made with diced ham and fresh vegetables, perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced ham
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 6 cups broth or stock (chicken or vegetable)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the diced ham. Cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add the diced onions, carrots, and celery, cooking until softened, about 8-10 minutes.
- Incorporate the diced potatoes and let cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Pour in the broth, ensuring ingredients are submerged, and add thyme and bay leaves along with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let simmer uncovered for 20-30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Remove bay leaves, taste, and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve warm.
Notes
Using homemade broth can elevate the dish. Consider garnishing with fresh herbs like parsley for added flavor and color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Simmering
- 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: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: soup, ham, comfort food, hearty, easy recipe
