Cooking is an art that brings people together. It's a way to show love and care for others. With the holidays approaching, many families will be gathering around the table to enjoy a delicious meal. If you're looking for a warm and comforting dish that will make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside, look no further than this creamy potato soup made with leftover Christmas ham bone. This recipe is not only easy to make, but it's also packed with flavor and nutrients. So grab your apron and get ready to create a culinary masterpiece that will have your family and friends asking for seconds!
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POTATO AND HAM BONE SOUP RECIPE
Cold days of winter call for a soul warming soup. This potato soup is easy to make with russet potatoes and a leftover ham bone. Perfect meal for a cold evening.
Provided by Steve Gordon
Categories Soups
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Dice the carrot.
- Dice the celery stalks.
- Dice the onion.
- Heat heavy stock pot over Medium heat.
- Add the butter.
- Add onions, carrots, celery
- Stir and cook until vegetables are tender.
- Add ham bone.
- Add water.
- Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
- Remove ham bone. Set aside. Remove meat when cooled.
- Cube the potatoes into about 1 inch pieces.
- Add potatoes to pot. Cook about 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Remove about half of the potatoes. Set aside.
- Add the milk.
- Use an Immersion Blender to puree potatoes left in the pot.
- Add potato pieces and ham meat back to pot. Stir well.
- Add salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve warm.
- Enjoy!
USING THE CHRISTMAS HAM BONE, MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD POTATO SOUP
This recipe is a "base" potato soup that is WONDERFUL as is, but with SO many possibilities! I dumped in a can on Niblets corn, and it became chowder! It was wonderful! How about: add Julienne'ed carrots close to the end; or 8 oz Velveeta cheese; or 2 cups cooked broccoli florets; or throw in some cooked shrimp and crab meat & some Cajun seasonings...; or any combination you can think of! YUM! If your hambone isn't too meaty, add a cup of shredded or chopped ham from leftovers.
Provided by Shelley Lee
Categories Chowders
Time 1h45m
Yield 12 cups, 8-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place first 6 ingredients in a Dutch Oven, bring to a boil over medium heat, and simmer for 30 minutes or until meat easily comes off the bone with a fork. Shred ham from the bone, discard any fat, return meat to the pot. Add diced potatoes, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- While potatoes are cooking, in a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat being careful not to brown. Add flour, stirring constantly until incorporated well. Bring heat to medium/high and gradually stir in the Half n Half until creamy, thick and bubbly, stirring constantly, being careful not to scorch. Once it thickly coats the spoon, remove from heat.
- When the potatoes are tender, stir the sauce mixture into the potato pot over medium heat, stirring constantly. Let simmer until soup reaches the desired consistency. You can add milk to adjust.
- There has been no salt added to this point. You may add salt, pepper, garlic, herbs or seasonings to your taste.
AFTER THE HOLIDAYS HAM BONE SOUP
A leftover ham bone is simmered with vegetables, macaroni, and rice to create a hearty soup and family tradition after the holidays.
Provided by uscjessie
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 2h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the ham bone into a large pot and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook for 15 minutes. Add the onion and tomatoes, then stir in the frozen mixed vegetables and potatoes. Simmer for about 20 minutes, then add the macaroni, rice, and chopped ham. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 1 1/2 hours. Any ham on the bone should come off easily. Stir in the tomato sauce and let cool for about 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.7 calories, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 6.3 mg, Fat 2.7 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 337.1 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
EASTER HAM BONE SOUP
Great way to use the Easter ham bone.
Provided by Jennifer W
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 10h15m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring 3 quarts water and ham bone to a boil in a large stock pot. Boil until meat from the bone comes off easily, about 1 hour. Remove bone from broth. Allow bone to cool enough to touch; remove as much meat from as possible. Transfer meat to a resealable plastic bag, seal, and refrigerate.
- Pour broth into a large bowl; cover and refrigerate overnight. Skim and discard any fat from the top of the chilled broth; transfer broth to a large pot.
- Bring broth to a boil; add potatoes, cabbage, celery, and reserved ham. Continue to simmer until potatoes are tender, about 45 minutes.
- Whisk 1/2 cup water and flour in a bowl; whisk into potato-ham soup until thickened. Add light cream; stir.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.5 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 33.2 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
OLD-FASHIONED SPLIT PEA SOUP WITH HAM BONE
Not only is this old-fashioned favorite a snap to make but it's economical, too. Carrots, celery and onion accent the subtle flavor of the split peas, while a ham bone adds a meaty touch to this hearty soup. It's sure to chase away autumn's chill. -Laurie Todd, Columbus, Mississippi
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 2h45m
Yield 10 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Sort peas and rinse with cold water. Place peas in a Dutch oven; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 to 4 hours or until peas are softened. Drain and rinse peas, discarding liquid., Return peas to Dutch oven. Add 2-1/2 qts. water, ham bone, onion, salt, pepper, thyme and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours, stirring occasionally., Remove the ham bone; when cool enough to handle, remove meat from bone. Discard bone; dice meat and return to soup. Add carrot and celery. Simmer, uncovered, for 45-60 minutes or until soup reaches desired thickness and vegetables are tender. Discard bay leaf.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 267mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
BUFFALO BERRY GOOD SOUP
This is an authentic Native Canadian recipe. You can make the soup in advance but then remove the cooked berries and add fresh ones just before serving.
Provided by Bergy
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat the bacon drippings (veggie oil) in a heavy saucepan and brown the buffalo meat.
- Add stock, green onions, berries, salt, pepper& honey, Simmer for 1 hour or until the meat is tender.
- Mix flour with six tbsp of the soup& add it to the soup to thicken the soup slightly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.8, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 79.9, Sodium 1395.9, Carbohydrate 8.1, Fiber 2, Sugar 4.4, Protein 29.3
Tips:
- Save your ham bone: Don't throw away the ham bone after your holiday feast! It's a goldmine of flavor and can be used to make a delicious and hearty potato soup.
- Use a variety of potatoes: This will give your soup a more complex flavor and texture. Good options include russet potatoes, Yukon Gold potatoes, and red potatoes.
- Don't overcook the potatoes: You want them to be tender, but not mushy. Cook them until they can be easily pierced with a fork.
- Add your favorite vegetables: This is a great way to sneak in some extra nutrients and make your soup even more flavorful. Good options include carrots, celery, onions, and peas.
- Season your soup to taste: Be sure to taste your soup before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or herbs.
- Serve your soup with a garnish: This could be something simple like chopped parsley or chives, or something more elaborate like a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of crumbled bacon.
Conclusion:
Ham bone potato soup is a delicious, hearty, and easy-to-make soup that's perfect for a cold winter day. It's also a great way to use up leftover ham. So next time you have a ham bone, don't throw it away! Make this soup instead. You won't be disappointed.
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