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Slow Cooker Cheesy Ham and Potato Soup Recipe

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  • Author: Bertha
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4-6 hours (high) or 6-8 hours (low)
  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes to 8 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Slow Cooker Cheesy Ham and Potato Soup is a hearty and comforting meal perfect for chilly days or holiday gatherings. Packed with tender Yukon Gold potatoes, savory cubed ham, sharp cheddar cheese, and a creamy broth, this easy-to-make soup simmers slowly all day in the crockpot, allowing flavors to meld together beautifully. With simple ingredients and minimal prep, it delivers rich, cheesy goodness in every spoonful, making it an ideal dinner or lunch option.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 3 lbs Yukon Gold Potatoes, chopped into bite-sized pieces (peeled if preferred)
  • 1 Yellow Onion, diced
  • 6-7 Garlic Cloves, minced
  • 16 oz Package of cubed ham
  • 4 tbsp Butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp Chicken Flavored Better than Bouillon
  • 4 cups Water (or 4 cups chicken broth as substitute for bouillon and water)

Thickening Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 3 tbsp Cold water

Dairy Ingredients

  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 3 cups Grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese

Optional Vegetables

  • 3-4 chopped carrots
  • 2 stalks diced celery

Instructions

  1. Combine Main Ingredients: Add the chopped potatoes, diced onions, minced garlic, cubed ham, melted butter, chicken flavored bouillon, and water into the slow cooker. Stir everything together thoroughly to evenly distribute ingredients.
  2. Cook Soup: Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook the mixture on high for 4-6 hours or on low for 6-8 hours, until the potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
  3. Mash Potatoes Slightly: Once potatoes are tender, use a potato masher to mash some of the potatoes in the crockpot, creating a thicker, creamier texture while still leaving chunks for bite.
  4. Make Cornstarch Slurry: In a small bowl, mix together 3 tablespoons of cornstarch with 3 tablespoons of cold water until smooth. Pour this slurry into the slow cooker and stir well to combine.
  5. Add Dairy Ingredients: Stir in the heavy cream followed by the grated sharp cheddar cheese. Continue stirring the soup until it thickens and the cheese is fully melted into the broth.
  6. Season and Serve: Taste the soup and add salt and pepper as desired. Serve hot and enjoy your comforting cheesy ham and potato soup!

Notes

  • Yukon Gold potatoes hold their shape well, but you can use other potato varieties if preferred; note they may become softer.
  • For extra flavor, optional chopped carrots and diced celery can be added at the start with other ingredients.
  • If you prefer a smoother soup, mash more potatoes or partially blend before adding the cheese.
  • Adjust the amount of cheese and cream based on desired richness and thickness.
  • Using chicken broth instead of bouillon and water enhances the soup’s depth of flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Find it online: https://grannyeats.com/slow-cooker-cheesy-ham-and-potato-soup-recipe/