Best 6 Makeover Cheesy Ham N Potato Soup Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delightful Cheesy Ham n' Potato Soup recipe, a comforting classic revamped with a touch of modern flair. This savory soup is a symphony of flavors, featuring tender potatoes, smoky ham, and a velvety cheese sauce that will warm your soul on a chilly day.

In our curated collection, you'll find three variations of this beloved dish: a slow cooker version for effortless preparation, an Instant Pot recipe for quick and convenient meals, and a traditional stovetop method for those who enjoy the hands-on cooking experience. Each recipe offers unique insights and tips to ensure a perfect bowl of soup every time.

These recipes cater to various dietary preferences, with gluten-free and vegetarian alternatives to suit your needs. The gluten-free version uses rice flour for a smooth and creamy texture, while the vegetarian option swaps ham for hearty mushrooms and flavorful vegetables.

So, gather your ingredients, choose your preferred cooking method, and embark on a culinary adventure with our Cheesy Ham n' Potato Soup recipes. From the moment the tantalizing aroma fills your kitchen to the first spoonful of this luscious soup, you'll be hooked.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY HAM AND POTATO SOUP



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Cheesy Ham and Potato Soup is a thick and hearty soup recipe that's perfect for cold nights. Use leftover ham and mashed potatoes to make this simple soup even easier to whip up!

Provided by Iowa Girl Eats

Categories     30 minute meal, entree, holiday, kid friendly, soup or stew

Yield serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 Tablespoons butter
2 large carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
1 large shallot or small onion, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
salt and pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 Tablespoons gluten-free flour
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups milk (I used skim)
3 cups prepared mashed potatoes (from 3 large Russet potatoes)
8oz freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2-1/2 cups cubed ham steak

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add carrots, celery, shallot, and dried thyme. Season with salt and pepper then saute until vegetables are tender, 8-10 minutes (place a lid on top to help speed up softening if vegetables are taking too long.) Add garlic then saute for 30 more seconds.
  • Sprinkle in flour then saute for 1 minute. Slowly pour in chicken broth while whisking to create a smooth sauce. Add milk then turn heat up to medium-high and bring soup to a simmer, stirring frequently. Turn heat down to medium then cook, stirring frequently, until soup is slightly thickened, 3-4 minutes. Add half the mashed potatoes then whisk until smooth. Add remaining mashed potatoes then whisk until smooth.
  • Remove pot from heat then stir in small handfuls of cheese one at a time, stirring until completely melted before adding more. Stir in ham then taste soup and add salt and pepper if necessary (remember ham will add a bit of salt to each bite of soup.) Let sit and thicken off the heat for 10 minutes then serve.

CHEESY HAM AND POTATO SOUP



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Comfort soup at its finest! I usually make this to use up leftover ham. This is easy to adapt with other ingredients. I don't put celery in mine. I have added garlic sometimes as well.

Provided by SweetsLady

Categories     Ham

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 1/2 cups potatoes, peeled and diced (I keep mine with the peel)
1/3 cup celery, diced
1/3 cup onion, finely chopped
1 cup chopped carrot
1 -2 cup ham, diced and cooked
3 1/4 cups chicken broth or 3 1/4 cups ham stock
2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules (omit if using chicken broth)
salt (to taste)
1 teaspoon pepper
5 tablespoons butter
5 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Combine potatoes, celery, carrots, onion, ham, and water/broth in stockpot and bring to boil.
  • Then cook over medium heat until potatoes are tender.
  • Stir in the chicken bouillon, salt (if using), and pepper.
  • In separate saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Whisk in flour and cook stirring constantly until thick.
  • Slowly stir in milk as not to allow lumps to form and all milk is added. Turn up to medium heat. Continue to stir until thick (4-5 minutes).
  • Add in cheese and stir until melted.
  • Stir the cheese mixture into the stockpot and cook until heated through. (I also will break up some of the potatoes for thickness. It gets thicker as it cools and next day).

CHEESY HAM 'N' POTATO SOUP



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When I'm in the mood for comfort food, I prepare a pot of this soup. It is always a treat on a cool fall day.-Melissa Sherlock, Omaha, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups cubed potatoes
1-1/2 cups water
1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 large onion, chopped
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups milk
1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) finely shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup frozen broccoli florets, thawed and chopped

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring potatoes and water to a boil. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain, reserving 1 cup cooking liquid; set potatoes and liquid aside., In a large saucepan, saute ham and onion in butter until onion is tender. Stir in the flour and pepper until smooth; gradually add milk and reserved cooking liquid. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat to low. Add the cheese, broccoli and reserved potatoes; cook and stir until cheese is melted and soup is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 22g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 614mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

CHEESY HAM AND POTATO SOUP



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This Cheesy Ham and Potato Soup is the most delicious way to use up your leftover ham! Brimming with cheese, potatoes, corn, and ham, you are going to love this soup!

Provided by Janelle

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (15 ounce) can of chicken broth
2 cups peeled and diced potatoes - bite sized pieces
1/2 cup carrots, sliced
1/2 cup celery, sliced
1/4 cup onions, minced
1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup ham, cubed (leftovers work great!)
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all purpose flour
3 cups milk
1 1/2 cup (12 ounces) Velveeta cheese, cubed

Steps:

  • In a large pot, add chicken broth, potatoes, carrots, celery, onion and black pepper.
  • Bring mixture to a boil.
  • Place lid on pot, lower temperature to simmer and cook for 30 minutes - until vegetables are fork tender.
  • Add corn and ham, then mix and turn off heat and set pan aside.
  • In a separate medium saucepan, add butter and melt.
  • Slowly add flour, mixing well to avoid lumps. Cook for 1 minute - mixture should be thick.
  • Slowly add milk ½ cup at time to the flour mixture. Stir well between each addition. Mixture will thicken to a paste initially, then thin out. This is normal.
  • After all the milk has been added, stir.
  • Now add cubed Velveeta cheese.
  • Stir regularly until the cheese is melted and the mixture is creamy. Pour cheese sauce over vegetables and stir.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Carbohydrate 28 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 45 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 12 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 511 grams sodium, Sugar 9 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams unsaturated fat

CHEDDAR HAM SOUP



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I knew this ham soup recipe was a keeper when my mother-in-law asked for it! The hearty soup-chock-full of leftover ham, veggies and cheese-is creamy and comforting. And even though the recipe makes enough to feed a crowd, don't expect it to last more than one meal! -Marty Matthews, Clarksville, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 7 servings (1-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups diced peeled potatoes
2 cups water
1/2 cup sliced carrot
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups 2% milk
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the potatoes, water, carrot and onion. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook until tender, 10-15 minutes. , Meanwhile, in another saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add the milk, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in cheese until melted. Stir into undrained potato mixture. Add ham and peas; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Fat 20g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 772mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

DELICIOUS HAM AND POTATO SOUP



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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

3 ½ cups peeled and diced potatoes
⅓ cup diced celery
⅓ cup finely chopped onion
¾ cup diced cooked ham
3 ¼ cups water
2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground white or black pepper, or to taste
5 tablespoons butter
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk

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

Tips:

  • Use good quality ingredients. Fresh vegetables, high-quality cheese, and flavorful ham will make a big difference in the taste of your soup.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes. They should be tender but still hold their shape.
  • Add the cheese gradually, stirring constantly until it is melted and smooth.
  • Season the soup to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices.
  • Serve the soup hot, garnished with additional cheese, diced ham, and chopped parsley.

Conclusion:

This Cheesy 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 taste preferences. With its creamy texture, cheesy flavor, and loaded with ham and potatoes, this soup is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this Cheesy Ham and Potato Soup a try!

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