Description
Warm up your winter days with this comforting Slow Cooker Ham Potato Soup. Packed with tender potatoes, savory ham, and a hint of creaminess, this dish is perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in. With minimal prep and slow cooking magic, you’ll have a hearty meal that evokes nostalgia and brings everyone together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced cooked ham
- 4 cups peeled and cubed Russet potatoes
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Dice the onion, carrots, and celery; peel and cube the potatoes.
- Place all chopped vegetables and diced ham into the slow cooker.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add thyme and bay leaves.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until potatoes are tender.
- Remove bay leaves, stir in heavy cream before serving, and enjoy warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, substitute sweet potatoes or include leafy greens like kale. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving; a sprinkle of cheese can enhance creaminess.