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A close-up of creamy ham and potato soup in a grey ceramic bowl, with steam rising.

Easy And Comforting Ham And Potato Soup

A hearty and comforting soup combining ham, potatoes, and flavorful herbs, perfect for a cozy meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 cups diced turkey ham
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 onion onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
  • Chopped green onions for garnish (optional) Chopped green onions for garnish

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add ham, cook 2 minutes, then add potatoes, broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  4. Stir in milk, heat through, add cheese if desired, and serve garnished with green onions.

Notes

For a creamier texture, blend part of the soup before serving.