Ham and Potato Soup - Easy Slow Cooker Recipe - Make Ahead Freezer Meal - Soup Dinner Ideas

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced ham and cook until lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Add diced potatoes, thyme, bay leaves, and salt; reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Remove bay leaves and stir in heavy cream.

Season with black pepper and adjust salt to taste.

Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.

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