Cream of Potato and Ham Soup

Warm up your soul with this rich and hearty Cream of Potato and Ham Soup, the perfect comfort food for chilly days. Packed with tender Russet potatoes, savory ham, and vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, this creamy soup is a satisfying blend of textures and flavors. A velvety roux made with butter, flour, and chicken broth serves as the base, while a splash of heavy cream adds luxurious smoothness. Seasoned with garlic, salt, and pepper, and finished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this one-pot recipe is as easy to make as it is delicious. Whether you're serving it as a cozy family dinner or whipping it up for meal prep, this comforting potato and ham soup is guaranteed to become a favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 2 cups Ham
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 medium Carrots
• 2 medium Celery stalks
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Set aside.

Step 2

Dice the ham into bite-sized pieces. Finely chop the onion, carrots, and celery. Mince the garlic.

Step 3

In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a roux.

Step 6

Slowly pour in the chicken broth while whisking to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 7

Add the diced potatoes and ham to the pot. Season with salt and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 8

Using a potato masher, gently mash some of the potatoes in the pot to thicken the soup. Be careful not to mash them all for texture.

Step 9

Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for an additional 5 minutes until heated through. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your creamy and comforting potato and ham soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3143.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2854.5

Total Fat 123.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.3g
Cholesterol 338.2mg	0%
Sodium 6625.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 354.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.6g	0%
Total Sugars 34.9g
Protein 71.6g	0%

Vitamin D 17.4IU	0%
Calcium 437.3mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 9474.3mg	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: 39.4%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 50.4%