Comforting Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup You’ll Crave

This Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup combines creamy textures and savory ham, perfect for cozy autumn days.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 8

Total Time 8 20

Servings: 6 cups

Course: Comfort Foods

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 cups Small Onion, diced Consider yellow or white onion for milder flavor.
4 Carrots, cut into quarters and diced Substitute with parsnips for a different taste.
2 stalks Celery, sliced Can be omitted if unavailable.
3 pounds Yukon Gold Potatoes, cubed Substitute with russet potatoes for a fluffier texture.
1 pound Cubed Ham Use cooked turkey, sausage, or bacon as alternative proteins.
2 cloves Garlic, minced Garlic powder can be used as a replacement.
1 tbsp Fresh Rosemary, finely chopped Substitute with thyme or Italian seasoning if needed.
4 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian version.

For Creaminess

1 cup Heavy Cream Unsweetened coconut cream as dairy-free alternative.

For Seasoning

1 tsp Sea Salt Adjust to taste based on sodium content in broth.
1/2 tsp Black Pepper Can be replaced with white pepper for milder heat.

For Thickening

2 tbsp Cornstarch or Tapioca Starch Arrowroot powder can be a substitute.

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Method

Instructions

Start by dicing 2 cups of onion, cutting 4 carrots into quarters and then dicing, slicing 2 stalks of celery, cubing 3 pounds of Yukon Gold potatoes, and mincing 2 cloves of garlic. Don’t forget to finely chop 1 tablespoon of fresh rosemary!
Toss all your prepped ingredients into a 6-quart slow cooker. Add in 4 cups of low-sodium chicken broth, mixing everything together gently to combine all flavors evenly.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours. You'll know it's ready when the potatoes are tender and the aroma is heavenly.
Once the potatoes are tender, take a masher and lightly mash some of them directly in the slow cooker to create a thicker consistency for your soup.
Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream or unsweetened coconut cream to enrich the texture. If you prefer a thicker soup, adjust the consistency by mixing in a cornstarch slurry.
Finally, sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of sea salt and ½ teaspoon of black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, then serve and enjoy with optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Garnish with sliced green onions or crispy bacon bits for an extra touch! Properly dice and cube all ingredients before adding them to the slow cooker for the best texture.

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