Slow-Simmered Potato Soup with Smoked Ham
A deeply flavorful potato soup made with smoked ham, fresh carrots, and thyme, simmered until velvety without cream for a comforting bowl. This american-inspired soups ready in about 50 minutes pairs diced Potatoes, diced Smoked ham, diced Onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups, diced Potatoes
- 4 oz, diced Smoked ham
- 1/2 cup, diced Onion
- 1/2 cup, diced Carrot
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 1 tsp, fresh or dried Thyme
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large pot, combine 2 cups diced potatoes, 4 oz diced smoked ham, 1/2 cup diced onion, 1/2 cup diced carrot, 4 cups chicken broth, 1 tsp thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Step 2: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 35 minutes or until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, stirring occasionally.
- Step 3: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or transfer to a countertop blender in batches and blend until smooth.
- Step 4: Return to the pot, heat gently for 5 minutes, and adjust seasoning before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Simmered Potato Soup with Smoked Ham take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Slow-Simmered Potato Soup with Smoked Ham?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep diced potatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Simmered Potato Soup with Smoked Ham?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Slow-Simmered Potato Soup with Smoked Ham for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Slow-Simmered Potato Soup with Smoked Ham?
American soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 35-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
