DIFFICULTY LEVEL:
Easy
SERVES:
6
COURSE:
Soup
CUISINE:
American
DIFFICULTY LEVEL:
Easy
SERVES:
6
COURSE:
Soup
CUISINE:
American
Chunky Potato and Ham Soup
This is pure comfort in a bowl. Hearty cubes of red potato are gently simmered until tender, then joined by shredded cheddar and savory ham in a creamy, velvety broth. The subtle flavors of sautéed scallions, oregano, and celery salt add a whisper of herbaceous depth. Overall, it’s a rich, full-bodied soup that feels like a friendly hug—perfect for any weeknight or chilly day.
Chunky Potato and Ham Soup
This is pure comfort in a bowl. Hearty cubes of red potato are gently simmered until tender, then joined by shredded cheddar and savory ham in a creamy, velvety broth. The subtle flavors of sautéed scallions, oregano, and celery salt add a whisper of herbaceous depth. Overall, it’s a rich, full-bodied soup that feels like a friendly hug—perfect for any weeknight or chilly day.
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
20 minutes
Total Time:
30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Serves:
6
Course:
Soup
Cuisine:
American
INGREDIENTS
2 cups water
1/4 tsp. salt
3 medium red potatoes, peeled, cut into small cubes
3 tbsp. butter
1/4 cup finely chopped scallions
3 tbsp. flour ground black pepper
1 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. celery salt
3 cups milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3 (5 oz.) cans diced ham, drained
INGREDIENTS
2 cups water
1/4 tsp. salt
3 medium red potatoes, peeled, cut into small cubes
3 tbsp. butter
1/4 cup finely chopped scallions
3 tbsp. flour ground black pepper
1 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. celery salt
3 cups milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3 (5 oz.) cans diced ham, drained
INSTRUCTIONS
Bring water and ¼ tsp. salt to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender. Drain, reserving 1 cup of cooking liquid (add water to measure 1 cup if necessary). Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Sauté chopped scallions in the hot butter until tender. Add flour to butter and onion mixture; stir until smooth. Season with a little pepper. Add in oregano and celery salt. Continue to cook and stir for 1 minute. Gradually add potatoes, reserved 1 cup of cooking liquid and milk. Stir well. Add cheese and ham. Simmer potato ham soup over low heat, stirring frequently, for about 20 minutes.
ESTIMATED NUTRITIONAL VALUES
Calories: ~2,150 kcal
Protein: ~123 g
Carbohydrates: ~110 g
Fat: ~130 g
Sugar: ~27 g
Fiber: ~7 g
Sodium: ~4,300 mg
INSTRUCTIONS
Bring water and ¼ tsp. salt to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender. Drain, reserving 1 cup of cooking liquid (add water to measure 1 cup if necessary). Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Sauté chopped scallions in the hot butter until tender. Add flour to butter and onion mixture; stir until smooth. Season with a little pepper. Add in oregano and celery salt. Continue to cook and stir for 1 minute. Gradually add potatoes, reserved 1 cup of cooking liquid and milk. Stir well. Add cheese and ham. Simmer potato ham soup over low heat, stirring frequently, for about 20 minutes.
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ESTIMATED NUTRITIONAL VALUES
Calories: ~2,150 kcal
Protein: ~123 g
Carbohydrates: ~110 g
Fat: ~130 g
Sugar: ~27 g
Fiber: ~7 g
Sodium: ~4,300 mg