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Bowl of slow cooker ham and potato soup garnished with herbs

Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup

A warm, creamy, and filling soup made with ham, potatoes, and vegetables, perfect for cold nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 cups diced ham Use good quality ham for better flavor.
  • 4 cups diced potatoes Cut into even pieces for uniform cooking.
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream Add at the end to prevent curdling.
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • to taste Salt and pepper Taste and adjust near the end.
  • Chopped green onions for garnish Add extra for serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a slow cooker, combine the diced ham, potatoes, onion, garlic, and carrots.
  2. Pour in the chicken broth and season with thyme, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the potatoes are tender.
  2. Stir in the heavy cream before serving.
  3. Garnish with chopped green onions.

Notes

For a thicker soup, try mashing some potatoes in the pot or adding a slurry of flour and water. You can freeze leftovers for up to 2 months.