Description
This Creamy Ham and Potato Soup is a comforting and hearty dish, perfect for cold days. Loaded with tender potatoes, savory ham, and a rich creamy broth, this soup is easy to make and delivers a satisfying, delicious meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced potatoes
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
- Add diced potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in diced ham, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Heat through without boiling.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley. Enjoy with crusty bread!
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, substitute coconut milk or cashew cream for the heavy cream.
- Feel free to add extra vegetables like carrots or spinach for added nutrition.
- Leftover ham works perfectly in this recipe, reducing food waste
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg