Best 8 Golden Potato And Ham Soup Recipes

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Craving a warm and comforting soup that combines the earthy flavors of golden potatoes with the savory richness of ham? Look no further than this delightful Golden Potato and Ham Soup recipe. This hearty and satisfying soup is packed with tender potatoes, smoky ham, and a medley of aromatic vegetables, all simmered in a flavorful broth. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, this soup is sure to hit the spot. With its creamy texture, rich flavor, and the perfect balance of saltiness and sweetness, it's a timeless classic that will warm your soul and leave you feeling satisfied.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

GOLDEN POTATO AND HAM SOUP



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I have requests for this soup for lots of family events and especially deer camp. If you're in the mood for comfort food, this is the recipe for you! -Shelly Woods, Blissfield, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 cups cubed Yukon Gold potatoes
2 cups water
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup sliced carrots
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk, divided
1 package (16 ounces) process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1/3 cup real bacon bits

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine the first nine ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-14 minutes or until potatoes are tender. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine flour and 1/4 cup milk until smooth; add to soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cheese and remaining milk until cheese is melted. Add ham and bacon; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401 calories, Fat 19g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 1666mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

CHEF JOHN'S HAM AND POTATO SOUP



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You can never have too many soup recipes. This hearty soup is definitely filling enough to serve as a main course.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
1 medium onion, diced
1 medium carrot, diced
1 rib celery, diced
8 ounces smoked ham, diced
3 cloves garlic, sliced
3 tablespoons butter
¼ cup flour
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
½ cup heavy cream
salt and pepper to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives for garnish

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a stockpot over medium heat until golden brown. Stir in carrot, celery, onion, ham, and garlic; cook and stir for 5-6 minutes, until the vegetables soften and the onions are translucent.
  • Stir in flour; cook for about 3 minutes. Stir in chicken broth, 1 cup at a time. Add water and stir to combine. Turn the heat to high and bring to a simmer. Simmer on medium-low for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Taste the soup for salt and add more if necessary. Stir in potatoes; cook for 15 minutes, until potatoes are tender. Skim fat if desired.
  • With a potato masher, mash the soup a few times, leaving plenty of whole chunks of potato. Season with salt and pepper to taste, add cayenne if desired, and add cream. Stir to combine and heat through. Garnish with fresh chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.3 g, Cholesterol 74.7 mg, Fat 24.9 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 15.8 g, SaturatedFat 12.7 g, Sodium 863.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

POTATO AND HAM SOUP



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Make and share this Potato and Ham Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ThatJodiGirl

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 large potatoes
1 large onion, chopped
1/2-1 cup margarine or 1/2-1 cup butter
1 cup evaporated milk
salt and pepper
1 1/2 cups cubed ham

Steps:

  • Cube potatoes and ham
  • Place potatoes, ham and onions in a saucepot with a small amount of water, enough to cover the potatoes and ham
  • Add lots of pepper and enough salt to taste
  • Cook until potatoes are tender
  • Add butter and milk, stirring constantly. Be careful not to scorch
  • Cook slowly until heated. If you need to thicken this soup you can add some instant mashed potato flakes.

GOLDEN POTATO SOUP



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"Pure comfort food," is how Sheila Harms of Battle Lake, Minnesota refers to her warmer-upper soup filled with flavor, herbs and potatoes. "It's one of my husband's very favorite cold-weather meals," says Sheila. "I serve it with warm biscuits or garlic toast."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon canola oil
3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup hot water
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat butter and oil until butter is melted. Add the potatoes, garlic salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat for 4-6 minutes or until potatoes are tender and lightly browned. , Stir in the broth, onion, bacon, garlic, rosemary and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in water and bouillon. Gradually stir in cream; heat through. Add cheese, stirring until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 804mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

GOLDEN POTATO SOUP



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This is a thick, hearty soup. Kids love this because of the cheesy flavor.

Provided by Marge

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups peeled and cubed potatoes
½ cup chopped celery
½ cup chopped onion
1 cube chicken bouillon
1 cup water
1 teaspoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups milk
1 ½ cups shredded American cheese
1 cup chopped ham

Steps:

  • In a large stock pot add potatoes, celery, onion, chicken bouillon, water and parsley flakes. Season with salt and pepper and simmer until vegetables become tender.
  • In a separate bowl mix flour and milk. Once it is well blended, add to soup mixture and cook until soup becomes thick.
  • Stir in cheese, cooked ham or hamburger and simmer until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.9 calories, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Cholesterol 57.4 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 1389.4 mg, Sugar 5 g

CARAMELISED ONION, POTATO AND HAM SOUP



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I have 10kg of onions in my cupboard, the same of potatoes and a ham bone I needed to use. Here's what I came up with and i must say it's very tasty.

Provided by JustJanS

Categories     Ham

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 litres soup

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons oil
4 large onions, finely sliced
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 kg potato, peeled and diced about 3/4 inch
2 cups diced cooked ham
8 cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon Emeril's Original Essence or 1 teaspoon seasoning, of your choice
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
pepper
1 cup peas
1/2 cup cream
chopped parsley, to finish

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan over a medium flame.
  • Add the onions and cook gently for about 20 minutes or until well softened and golden, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the sugar and vinegar, stir well and allow to cook for a further 10 minutes.
  • Add the diced potato, ham, seasoning, stock, thyme and pepper; simmer gently for 30 minutes or until the potato is cooked through.
  • Add the peas about 10 minutes before the soup is cooked.
  • Add the cream, serve, and sprinkle with the parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1613.4, Fat 68.3, SaturatedFat 25.4, Cholesterol 222, Sodium 1520.6, Carbohydrate 171.4, Fiber 20.6, Sugar 44.1, Protein 79.5

ONE-POT HAM & POTATO SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: bacon, onion, carrot, celery, flour, ham, potatoes, fresh thyme, black pepper, chicken broth, bay leaves, heavy cream

Provided by Jordan Kenna

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 strips bacon, cut into 1-inch (2 cm) pieces
1 cup onion, diced
1 cup carrot, diced
1 cup celery, diced
3 tablespoons flour
2 cups ham, cooked and cubed
2 potatoes, cubed
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
1 teaspoon black pepper
6 cups chicken broth
2 bay leaves
2 cups heavy cream

Steps:

  • In a 6-quart (5.7 liters) dutch oven, cook bacon over medium-high heat until fat is rendered out and the pieces begin to get crispy.
  • Add onion, carrot, and celery, and cook until just tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add flour, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes to avoid lumps.
  • Add ham, potatoes, thyme, and black pepper. Stir to coat the meat and potatoes in the roux/vegetable mix.
  • Add the chicken broth and bay leaves.
  • Cover and bring to a boil. Then reduce heat to medium-low and cook covered for 25-30 minutes.
  • Remove bay leaves and stir in cream. Return to a simmer and serve.
  • Enjoy!

SLOW-COOKER GOLDEN PEA AND HAM SOUP



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Yellow split peas give a pretty tawny color to hearty soup packed with ham, carrots and seasonings.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 8h40m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bag (1 lb) yellow split peas, rinsed, sorted
1 cup julienne-cut carrots (from 10-oz bag)
1/2 lb cooked ham, chopped (1 1/3 cups)
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram leaves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ chicken broth (4 cups)
1 1/2 cups water

Steps:

  • In 3- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
  • Increase heat setting to High. Stir well. Cover; cook 30 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 25 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1410 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use chicken broth instead of water.
  • Add a bay leaf to the soup for extra flavor.
  • If you don't have any leftover ham, you can use pre-cooked ham from the deli.
  • For a thicker soup, add a cornstarch slurry (equal parts cornstarch and water) to the soup and simmer until thickened.
  • Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Golden potato and ham soup is a hearty, flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying soup that the whole family will enjoy.

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