Go Back
–+ servings
creamy ham potato soup

Creamy Ham and Potato Soup

Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 sharp knife
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Ladle
  • 1 Wooden spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 4 cups potatoes peeled and diced
  • 2 cups cooked ham diced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  • Add the diced potatoes and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir in the cooked ham and reduce the heat to a simmer.
  • Pour in the heavy cream and season with salt, black pepper, and thyme.
  • Simmer the soup for an additional 10 minutes until the flavors meld.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
  • Allow the soup to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For a thicker soup, you can mash some of the potatoes in the pot before adding the ham and cream. If you prefer a chunkier soup, leave the potatoes whole. Adjust the seasoning to your taste, and feel free to add additional herbs like rosemary for extra flavor.
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!