Ham And Potato Soup
This Ham And Potato Soup is a dependable choice for leftover ham or ham steak. You'll learn which potatoes work best, how to build a creamy broth, and the small finishing touch that keeps the soup rich but not flat.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ large yellow onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 4 medium russet potatoes (about 1-1/4 pounds) peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- Ham bone optional, if you have it
- 2 cups chopped cooked ham about 10 ounces (1/2-inch cubes)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon pickle juice or 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- Shredded sharp cheddar cheese for serving (optional)
- Thinly sliced green onions for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Melt butter in large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook 4 to 5 minutes or until softened, stirring occasionally. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
- Add flour and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Gradually stir in stock. Add potatoes, mustard, salt, pepper, thyme, and ham bone (if using). Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a low boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 10 to 12 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
- Remove and discard ham bone. Stir in chopped ham and cream and cook 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in pickle juice.
- Serve garnished with cheese and green onions, if desired.
Calories: 420kcal, Carbohydrates: 32g, Protein: 17g, Fat: 26g, Saturated Fat: 14g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 7g, Trans Fat: 0.3g, Cholesterol: 95mg, Sodium: 1102mg, Potassium: 636mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 6g, Vitamin A: 832IU, Vitamin C: 7mg, Calcium: 53mg, Iron: 2mg
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