Corn and Ham Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty and comforting Corn and Ham Soup, a quick and flavorful recipe perfect for busy weeknights or casual family meals. This creamy soup combines tender diced potatoes, sweet corn kernels, and savory chunks of ham to create a soul-warming dish that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare. Sautéed aromatic vegetables like onions, carrots, and celery form the flavorful base, while a touch of dried thyme adds a rustic, herbaceous note. Thickened with all-purpose flour and enriched with whole milk, this soup achieves the perfect creamy consistency without being overly heavy. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pot wonder serves beautifully with crusty bread or a side salad, making it an ideal choice for a wholesome, stress-free dinner. Don't forget to garnish with fresh parsley for an extra pop of color and freshness!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
• 1 medium celery stalk, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 large russet potato, peeled and diced
• 2 cups cooked ham, diced
• 2 cups frozen corn kernels
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced yellow onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté for 3–4 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat. Cook for 1–2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the chicken broth while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.

Step 6

Add the whole milk and diced potato to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the potato is tender.

Step 7

Stir in the diced ham, frozen corn kernels, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for another 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2787.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1876.3

Total Fat 65.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 366.3mg	0%
Sodium 10914.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 187.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.4g	0%
Total Sugars 59.1g
Protein 150.1g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 594.6mg	0%
Iron 11.1mg	0%
Potassium 5604.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.2%

Protein: 31.0%

Carbs: 38.7%