Easy Ham and Potato Soup That’s Creamy and Comforting
A cozy and creamy Easy Loaded Ham and Potato Soup with tender potatoes, savory ham, and cheddar cheese in a comforting one-pot meal perfect for chilly nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 cups diced cooked ham
4 cups peeled and cubed Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes
1 medium onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups milk or half-and-half
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 tsp dried thyme
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: sour cream, green onions, extra cheese for garnish
Instructions
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Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook 5–7 mins until softened. Add garlic and cook 30 secs.
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Stir in flour and cook 1–2 mins. Slowly whisk in chicken broth.
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Add potatoes and thyme. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 15–20 mins until potatoes are tender.
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Add ham and milk. Simmer 5–7 mins more.
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Turn off heat and stir in cheese. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
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Serve hot with toppings of choice.
Notes
Use low-sodium broth if ham is salty. Soup thickens as it sits—add milk to reheat if needed. For gluten-free version, use GF flour or cornstarch.