Potato Ham And Leek Soup Recipe

Warm up on chilly evenings with this rich and creamy Potato, Ham & Leek Soup! A comforting classic made with leftover smoked ham (perfect for using up leftovers!), tender leeks, and creamy potatoes. This easy recipe comes together in under an hour and is hearty enough to be a satisfying main course or a delicious side. Top with shredded cheddar for extra cheesy goodness! #potatosoup #hamsoup #leeksoup #souprecipe #comfortfood #winterrecipe #easyrecipe #leftoverrecipe

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 904.4 kcal
Protein 52g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Potato Ham And Leek Soup

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How to Make Potato Ham And Leek Soup

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 2 cups of sliced leeks and 1 cup of diced leftover smoked ham. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Add 6 cups of chicken broth, 1 cup of peeled and diced potatoes, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream or milk (for a lighter soup) and 1/2 cup of cooked, crumbled dried potatoes (optional, for extra thickness).
  4. Season with salt to taste. If the soup is too thick, add more broth to reach your desired consistency.
  5. Ladle into bowls and top with shredded cheddar cheese (about 1/4 cup per bowl). Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

41 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

170g

Carbs

26g