Best 2 Slow Cooker Ham And Potato Soup Recipes

Comforting and hearty, slow cooker ham and potato soup is a delightful meal to enjoy during chilly days. The combination of tender ham, soft potatoes, and flavorful broth makes it a satisfying and fulfilling dish. With minimal preparation and a slow cooker doing the work, this soup is an easy and convenient option for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW COOKER HAM, GREEN BEAN, AND POTATO SOUP

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The perfect marriage of Southern slow-cooked green beans and ham with creamy potato soup! I've been making this soup for 15 years and it's an all-time family favorite!

Provided by Beckiboo

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

Time 4h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

5 cups cubed peeled potatoes
3 (10.75 ounce) cans low-sodium chicken broth
2 (15 ounce) cans green beans, drained
3 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
½ cup diced onion
1 (3 ounce) can real bacon bits
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened

Steps:

Place potatoes, chicken broth, green beans, ham, cream of chicken soup, onion, bacon, and pepper in a slow cooker.
Cook until potatoes are tender, on High for 4 to 5 hours, or on Low for 7 to 8 hours. Add in the cream cheese during the last 30 minutes of cooking; stir until blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.5 calories, Carbohydrate 24.7 g, Cholesterol 71.6 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 1543.5 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

SLOW COOKER HAM AND POTATO SOUP

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This slow cooker ham and potato soup turned out amazing and got a definite do-over rating by friends and family.

Provided by Kristy Walker

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

Time 11h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 large ham hock
2 onions, chopped
1 large carrot, chopped
4 cups water, or more as needed
2 tablespoons chicken base (such as Better Than Bouillon® Roasted Chicken Base)
1 tablespoon rubbed sage leaves
8 sprigs fresh thyme
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
1 ½ pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
1 pound purple potatoes, cubed
½ pound red potatoes, cubed
3 small tomatoes, diced
1 cup cubed ham, or more to taste
½ cup salted butter
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup half-and-half
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, or to taste

Steps:

Combine ham hock, onions, carrot, water, chicken base, sage, thyme, and rosemary in a large slow cooker. Cover and cook on Low, 8 hours to overnight.
Stir potatoes and tomatoes into the soup and cook on Low, 3 to 4 hours more.
Remove ham hock, shredding with 2 forks, leaving behind any meat. Add cubed ham.
Meanwhile, melt butter in a saute pan over medium heat. Whisk in flour until it is thick, aromatic, and slightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Add half-and-half until it is gravy consistency. Add mixture to the slow cooker and mix well. Serve with Cheddar cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 595.6 calories, Carbohydrate 58 g, Cholesterol 96.9 mg, Fat 34.1 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 20.3 g, SaturatedFat 17.9 g, Sodium 1179.1 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

Tips:

For extra flavor, start by browning the ham bone in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat for 5-7 minutes per side.
Season the soup to taste with salt, pepper, and paprika. You can also add a bay leaf or two for extra flavor.
For a thicker soup, add a cornstarch slurry made from 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 1 tablespoon water. Stir until the soup has reached your desired consistency.
Serve the soup with a sprinkle of chopped parsley or green onions.
Leftover soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This slow-cooker ham and potato soup is an easy and delicious way to use up leftover ham. It's also a great meal for a cold winter's day. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a hearty and flavorful soup that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you have leftover ham, don't throw it away! Make this soup instead.