Cream Of Potato And Ham Soup Crock Pot Recipe
Description
This Cream of Potato and Ham Soup Crock Pot Recipe is a comforting and delicious meal that is sure to please the whole family. The crock pot makes it easy to prepare, as it just requires you to add all the ingredients, set the timer and let it do its thing. This creamy soup is made with potatoes, ham, carrots, celery, onion and garlic, all cooked in a delicious, creamy chicken broth. It is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter night or a busy weeknight meal. Serve with crusty bread or a salad for a complete meal.
Prep Time
This Cream of Potato and Ham Soup Crock Pot Recipe takes about 10 minutes to assemble, and can be ready to cook in no time. You will need to chop the vegetables and ham, and measure out the dry ingredients. Once everything is ready to go, it is just a matter of adding everything to the crock pot, setting the timer and letting it do its thing.
Cook Time
This Cream of Potato and Ham Soup Crock Pot Recipe cooks on low heat for 6-8 hours, or on high heat for 3-4 hours, depending on your crock pot settings. Once the timer goes off, the soup is ready to be served. You can adjust the cooking time to suit your needs.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 stalks celery, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 cups ham, diced
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, celery, carrots and ham and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes. Transfer the mixture to the crock pot.
2. Add the potatoes, chicken broth, thyme, oregano, black pepper and salt to the crock pot and stir to combine. Cover and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours (or on high heat for 3-4 hours).
3. When the soup is done cooking, stir in the heavy cream. Taste and adjust the seasonings, if necessary. Serve hot with crusty bread or a salad.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Crock pot
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife and cutting board
- Spoon
Notes
This Cream of Potato and Ham Soup Crock Pot Recipe can be easily adapted to suit your tastes. Feel free to add other vegetables such as mushrooms, bell peppers, or spinach. You can also substitute the ham for other types of meat such as chicken or turkey. You can also use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth, if desired.
Nutrition: Per Serving
- Calories: 228 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 28 mg
- Sodium: 809 mg
- Potassium: 671 mg
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 4 g
- Vitamin A: 488 IU
- Vitamin C: 16 mg
- Calcium: 56 mg
- Iron: 2 mg
Recipe Tips
This Cream of Potato and Ham Soup Crock Pot Recipe can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months. To freeze, let the soup cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container or freezer bag. When ready to serve, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave. You can also freeze the soup in individual portions for an easy grab-and-go meal.
For a vegan version of this Cream of Potato and Ham Soup Crock Pot Recipe, you can use vegetable broth and omit the ham. You can also add other types of vegetables such as mushrooms, bell peppers, or spinach. You can also use vegan cream cheese or coconut milk instead of the heavy cream. Be sure to adjust the seasonings to suit your tastes.
Post a Comment for "Cream Of Potato And Ham Soup Crock Pot Recipe"