Creamy Ham and Potato Soup recipe

Sure! Here’s a simple recipe for Creamy Ham and Potato Soup:

Ingredients:

• 4 cups diced potatoes (about 4 medium potatoes)
• 1 cup diced cooked ham
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/2 cup chopped carrots
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, celery, and carrots. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to coat. Cook for another 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
3. Slowly pour in the chicken or vegetable broth while stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
4. Add the diced potatoes and diced ham to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for another 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
5. Stir in the milk and heavy cream. Let the soup simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Adjust seasoning if needed.
6. Once the soup is heated through and creamy, remove it from the heat.
7. Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Enjoy your delicious creamy ham and potato soup!