Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Pork Soup Recipes Ham Soup Delicious Ham and Potato Soup 4.9 (14,890) 11,074 Reviews 1,302 Photos This ham and potato soup recipe was given to me by a friend. It's delicious and easy to make. The best part? You can add additional ingredients like carrots and extra ham, and it still turns out great. Submitted by ELLIE11 Updated on October 29, 2024 Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen The Allrecipes Test Kitchen staff are a team of culinary pros who make and vet recipes using only equipment you'd find in a home kitchen. Staff credentials vary but include training at the Culinary Institute of America; kitchen stints in fine dining restaurants; and countless hours in the test kitchen itself. Meet the Allrecipes Test Kitchen Save Rate Print Share Add Photo 1,302 1,302 1,302 1,302 Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings: 8 Yield: 8 cups Jump to Nutrition Facts Jump to recipe This top-rated ham and potato soup recipe is “like a warm hug in a bowl,” according to one Allrecipes community member. Not only is it a great way to use up cooked ham, it easy to customize with whatever ingredients you have on hand. Ham and Potato Soup Ingredients These are the ingredients you’ll need to make this basic ham and potato soup recipe: Vegetables: You’ll need an onion, celery, and (of course!) potatoes. Water: Boil the ham and veggies in water. Ham: This recipe is the perfect way to use up cooked ham. Seasonings: Season the ham and potato soup with chicken bouillon granules, salt, and black pepper. Butter and flour: Make a roux with butter and all-purpose flour.Milk: Whisk two cups of milk into the roux for a creamy soup base. Meredith Food Studios How to Make Ham and Potato Soup You’ll find the full, step-by-step recipe below – but here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make homemade ham and potato soup: Boil the ham and veggies until tender, then season. Make a roux in a saucepan. Whisk in the milk. Pour the milk mixture into the pot and stir until warm. What to Serve With Ham and Potato Soup Take each bowl of ham and potato soup up a notch with toppings like shredded Cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, green onions, and chives. This dish pairs well with crusty bread and a fresh side salad. More inspiration: Explore our entire collection of Side Dishes for Soup. How to Store Ham and Potato Soup Store the ham and potato soup in an airtight storage container for up to four days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove. Can You Freeze Ham and Potato Soup? We don’t recommend freezing this ham and potato soup, as potatoes become grainy as they thaw and dairy-based soups tend to separate during the thawing and reheating processes. Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise “Like a warm hug in a bowl,” according to SarahLynn. “This was so fast and delicious!!!” “What a yummy comfort food on a cold winter's night, especially with a loaf of freshly baked bread!” raves Discobunny. “Garnished each soup bowl with shredded Cheddar and green onion. Sometimes the simplest things are just the best!” “Our go-to recipe for soup,” says one Allrecipes community member. “Thick, creamy, simple. Fills you up, and leftovers are even better! I often double this recipe because it disappears like magic.” Editorial contributions by Corey Williams Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1x 2x 4x Oops! Something went wrong. Our team is working on it. Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings 3 ½ cups peeled and diced potatoes 3 ¼ cups water ¾ cup diced cooked ham ⅓ cup diced celery ⅓ cup finely chopped onion 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules 1 teaspoon ground white or black pepper, or to taste ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste 5 tablespoons butter 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cups milk Directions Gather all ingredients. ALLRECIPES / DIANA CHISTRUGA Combine potatoes, water, ham, celery, and onion in a stockpot. Bring to a boil; simmer over medium heat until potatoes are tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Stir in chicken bouillon, pepper, and salt. ALLRECIPES / DIANA CHISTRUGA Melt butter in a separate saucepan over medium-low heat. Add flour; cook and stir until thick, about 1 minute. Whisk in milk; cook and stir until thick, 4 to 5 minutes. ALLRECIPES / DIANA CHISTRUGA Pour milk mixture into the stockpot; cook and stir until warmed through. ALLRECIPES / DIANA CHISTRUGA Serve and enjoy! ALLRECIPES / DIANA CHISTRUGA I Made It Print 20,161 home cooks made it! Nutrition Facts (per serving) 236 Calories 10g Fat 30g Carbs 8g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 8 Calories 236 % Daily Value * Total Fat 10g 12% Saturated Fat 6g 28% Cholesterol 32mg 11% Sodium 726mg 32% Total Carbohydrate 30g 11% Dietary Fiber 2g 7% Total Sugars 5g Protein 8g 17% Vitamin C 7mg 8% Calcium 98mg 8% Iron 2mg 9% Potassium 512mg 11% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.