Crock Pot Ham and Potato Soup

Warm up your cold days with a bowl of Crock Pot Ham and Potato Soup! This smoky, hearty dish combines ham and potatoes in a thick, creamy base, perfect for those chilly days.

Ham and potato soup is a rustic classic that we all know and love. It's the perfect dish for cold days, and with its easy ingredients, it's always a great choice.

Why You'll Love This Crock Pot Ham and Potato Soup Recipe

• It uses basic ingredients found in your kitchen or the grocery store.
• It's an easy slow cooker recipe perfect for even busy weeknights.
• It's a classic, hearty soup everyone in the family will love.
• The potatoes, ham, and creamy soup make a great flavor profile.
• It's great for meal prep. Freeze the leftovers!

Ingredients

• Yukon gold potatoes
• Ham - cubed
• Yellow onion - diced
• Carrots - peeled and chopped
• Celery - chopped
• Chicken broth
• Garlic - minced
• Paprika
• Black pepper
• Sour cream
• Heavy cream
• All-purpose flour
• Cheddar cheese - shredded

Flavor Variations and Substitutions

• Add red pepper flakes for a kick of heat.
• Russet or red potatoes can also be used, depending on your preference.
• Canned or leftover ham both work well in this recipe.
• If you don't have sour cream, use full-fat Greek yogurt. They taste almost the same.

How To Make Crock Pot Ham and Potato Soup

1. Add all the ingredients except the heavy cream, flour, sour cream, and cheddar cheese to the crock pot.

2. Cook until the vegetables are tender.

3. Whisk heavy cream and flour to make a slurry.

4. Add the slurry, sour cream, and cheddar cheese and cook until the soup thickens.

Hint

Add the slurry, sour cream, and cheese to the soup just a few minutes before it's ready to prevent curdling.

Storage

Refrigerate your soup for up to 4 days in an air-tight, freezer-safe container. For longer storage, freeze the soup for up to 3 months in an air-tight, freezer-safe container.

To reheat the soup, place it in a saucepan over medium-low and cook until heated through.