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Ham and Potato Soup

Cultural Context

Ham and Potato Soup is a comforting dish that has become a staple in many Jamaican households, particularly during the cooler months. It reflects the island's resourcefulness, utilizing leftover ham and hearty vegetables to create a filling meal. While variations exist, this soup is often enjoyed with crusty bread, making it a beloved choice for family gatherings and casual dinners.

JamaicanJMmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 sticks of butter
1 and 1/4 cups flour
salt to taste
pepper to taste
1 small jar chicken bullion powder
3 cups diced onion
2 cups diced celery
4 cups diced ham
4 lbs diced tomato
1/2 gallon whole milk
about 14 cups water

heavy cream

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1

Put all the veggies and ham into the stock pot.

2

Add about 14 cups of water to just cover everything.

3

Bring the mixture to a boil.

4

Add salt and pepper to taste, and the chicken bullion powder.

5

Let this simmer for about 15 minutes.

6

Melt the butter over medium heat.

7

Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk together real well.

8

Cook the butter and flour mixture for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly.

9

Add the milk in splashes, whisking to keep it smooth as it thickens.

10

Continue adding milk until the whole half gallon is in there.

11

Once the potatoes are tender, pour the thickened mixture into the soup.

12

Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes for everything to come together.

13

Do a final spice check and adjust salt as needed.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

stock potwhisk

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Ham and Potato ChowderHam and Potato Stew

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