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.

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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.