Swiss ham and potato soup is a creamy, flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold night. It is made with simple, everyday ingredients that you likely already have on hand, such as potatoes, ham, onions, and carrots. The soup is hearty and filling, thanks to the potatoes and ham, and the swiss cheese gives it a rich, cheesy flavor. It is a relatively easy soup to make, and it can be ready in about an hour.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
DELICIOUS HAM AND POTATO SOUP
This is a delicious recipe for ham and potato soup that a friend gave to me. It is very easy and the great thing about it is that you can add additional ingredients, more ham, potatoes, etc and it still turns out great.
Provided by ELLIE11
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Cream Soup Recipes Cream of Potato Soup Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine the potatoes, celery, onion, ham and water in a stockpot. Bring to a boil, then cook over medium heat until potatoes are tender, about 10 to 15 minutes. Stir in the chicken bouillon, salt and pepper.
- In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Whisk in flour with a fork, and cook, stirring constantly until thick, about 1 minute. Slowly stir in milk as not to allow lumps to form until all of the milk has been added. Continue stirring over medium-low heat until thick, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Stir the milk mixture into the stockpot, and cook soup until heated through. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.5 g, Cholesterol 29.9 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 393.7 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
SWISS, HAM, POTATO SOUP
One of my most requested "soup of the day" recipes from when I was in the food business. Swiss cheese gives this soup the most delectable flavor.
Provided by Susie in Texas
Categories Ham
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook diced potatoes in saucepan with just enough water to cover.
- When tender, drain the liquid from the potatoes and save.
- Set both aside while making roux.
- In large saucepan, melt margarine.
- Saute the chopped green onions until tender.
- Remove onion from pan and set aside.
- Add flour to melted margarine and stir until incorporated.
- Cook over medium heat until the roux begins to just turn a golden color.
- Using a whisk, stir in 2 cups of milk and 1 cup of the saved potato liquid.
- Whisk until smooth and no lumps are seen.
- Bring just to a boil or until the soup thickens.
- Add the diced ham, cooked onion and the Swiss cheese. Also, add back in the cooked potatoes.
- Stir until cheese is melted.
- Add salt& pepper to your preference.
- I usually add 1 teaspoons.
- salt and 1/2 teaspoons.
- pepper.
- Stir well.
- If soup is too thick, you may add the final cup of milk.
- My bunch likes it thick.
HAM & SWISS POTATO CASSEROLE
No one will be able to resist the classic trio of ham, Swiss and potatoes in this comforting bake. It was the result of creative experimentation when I wanted to use up ingredients I had on hand. I sometimes replace the ham with turkey ham. -Sarah Wilham, Elkhart, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in flour until blended; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in Alfredo sauce and seasonings; heat through., Drain potatoes; transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with ham, cheese and sauce. In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs and butter. Sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, 18-22 minutes or until topping is golden brown and cheese is melted. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. To Make Ahead: Can be made a day in advance. Prepare recipe as directed, layering ham, cheese and sauce in baking dish. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Prepare crumb topping; sprinkle over top. Bake as directed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 456 calories, Fat 22g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 897mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
SWISS POTATO SOUP
You have a few options when it comes to fixing this soup-it can also be made in the microwave or started in a slow cooker in the morning. -Krista Musser, Orrville, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings (1 quart).
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook bacon until crisp; remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. , Saute onion in drippings until tender. Add water, potatoes, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until potatoes are tender, about 12 minutes., Combine flour and milk until smooth; gradually stir into potato mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened and bubbly, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in cheese until melted. Sprinkle with bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 455 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 1218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
HAM, POTATO, AND CHEESE SOUP
This is especially good on a cold winter night along with hot rolls.
Provided by Donna
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Potato Soup Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place potatoes, onion, and cubed ham in large stockpot. Cover with water. Cook until potatoes are almost tender.
- Remove about one cup of the cooked potatoes and mash in a bowl with the back of a fork. Add some of the liquid from the pan (about a tablespoon at a time) along with the flour till you have a thick paste. Add this back to the pot.
- Place the cheese (either whole of cubed) in the pot. Let the soup simmer until the cheese melts and is thick. Add ground black pepper to taste and stir in the milk.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.4 calories, Carbohydrate 39.6 g, Cholesterol 41.8 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 1293.7 mg, Sugar 7.6 g
ONE-POT HAM & POTATO SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY
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
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!
HAM AND SWISS CHEESE POTATO BAKE
Make a quick, kid-pleasing meal with ingredients you have on hand!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h14m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. Stir together Potatoes, Sauce Mix and boiling water in ungreased 2-quart casserole. Stir in milk, ham and cheese.
- Bake uncovered 50 minutes; sprinkle with bread crumbs. Bake 10 to 14 minutes longer or until top is golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1190 mg
SWISS HAM AND POTATO SOUP
This is an easy soup recipe that I've been making since the early 70's. I love the flavors of the ham, swiss cheese and just a hint of nutmeg. This is a perfect soup for a chilly windy day. This was a favorite for my daughter and now she makes it for her family too. Hope you enjoy!
Provided by Diane Atherton @DeeDee2011
Categories Cream Soups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, heat all ingredients, stirring occasionally. Be careful to not over heat. Heat just until hot and cheese is melted. Serve topped with cheese and/or real bacon bits.
- Note: Don't leave the nutmeg out, I believe this is a key ingredient for the wonderful flavor of this soup.
SWISS POTATO SOUP
Make and share this Swiss Potato Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ElaineAnn
Categories Chowders
Time 50m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Fry bacon until crisp in Dutch oven. Remove bacon. Drain on paper towels.
- Add onions and sauté 10 minutes or until tender.
- Add potatoes, carrot and chicken broth. Heat to boiling; reduce heat.
- Simmer, covered, about 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender. Remove from heat.
- I lightly blend with a stick blender to leave some chunks.
- Stir in sour cream. Taste and adjust seasonings, if needed.
- Serve garnished with bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.9, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 19, Sodium 140, Carbohydrate 45.5, Fiber 6, Sugar 5.3, Protein 9.4
Tips:
- If you don't have any leftover ham, you can use deli ham instead. Just be sure to dice it into small pieces.
- To make the soup even more flavorful, you can use a smoked ham hock instead of regular ham.
- If you don't have any chicken broth, you can use vegetable broth instead.
- Be sure to season the soup to taste with salt and pepper.
- For a thicker soup, you can add a cornstarch slurry (equal parts cornstarch and water) to the soup.
- Garnish the soup with fresh parsley or chives before serving.
Conclusion:
Swiss ham and potato soup is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own liking. So next time you are looking for a delicious and comforting soup, give this recipe a try!
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