Description
This Cheesy Ham and Potato Soup is a comforting, creamy dish packed with tender potatoes, savory ham, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for chilly days, it combines simple ingredients into a hearty, satisfying meal that can be served as a main dish or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups diced potatoes (about 3 large potatoes)
- 1 1/2 cups diced cooked ham
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until they become soft and fragrant, approximately 3 minutes.
- Make Roux: Stir in the all-purpose flour and cook, stirring constantly for about 1 minute to form a roux that will thicken the soup.
- Add Broth and Potatoes: Gradually whisk in the chicken broth to avoid lumps and bring it to a boil. Then add the diced potatoes and cook them until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Simmer with Ham and Milk: Add the diced cooked ham and milk to the pot, reduce the heat, and let the soup simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to blend flavors.
- Add Cheese and Season: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it melts completely and the soup becomes creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls, garnish with extra cheese or chopped green onions if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, use less milk or add extra flour when making the roux.
- Feel free to substitute ham with smoked turkey or bacon for a different flavor.
- Leftover soup can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove.
- Add chopped green onions, chives, or parsley as garnishes for added freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cheesy ham potato soup, comforting soup recipe, easy potato soup, ham and cheese soup, creamy soup
