Creamy Cabbage Ham Soup

Warm up with a hearty bowl of Creamy Cabbage Ham Soup, a comforting one-pot meal brimming with rustic flavors and wholesome ingredients. This rich and velvety soup combines tender shredded cabbage, sweet carrots, and creamy potatoes with savory diced ham, all simmered in a fragrant chicken broth base infused with garlic, smoked paprika, and a touch of heavy cream. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or as a satisfying lunch, this recipe is easy to make in under an hour and serves up to six. Garnish each bowl with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and extra freshness. Whether you're using up leftover ham or craving a hearty soup loaded with vegetables, this creamy cabbage and ham soup is sure to hit the spot!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 cups green cabbage, shredded
• 2 medium carrots, sliced thinly
• 3 medium potatoes, diced
• 2 cups cooked ham, diced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the shredded cabbage, sliced carrots, and diced potatoes to the pot. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Stir in the diced ham and pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk the heavy cream and flour together until smooth.

Step 7

Slowly pour the cream and flour mixture into the soup, stirring constantly to incorporate and avoid lumps.

Step 8

Add salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika, and continue to simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes until the soup thickens slightly.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2955.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2633.6

Total Fat 143.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 613.7mg	0%
Sodium 11036.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 181.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.6g	0%
Total Sugars 33.3g
Protein 136.6g	0%

Vitamin D 6.7IU	0%
Calcium 445.3mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 5923.1mg	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: 50.4%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 28.3%