Potato Soup With Ham and Cheese |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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A super easy potato soup recipe that is wonderful on a crisp day. Ingredients:
4 large potatoes (peeled and cut into bite sized pieces) |
1 quart water (to cook potatoes in) |
1 lb ham (cut into small chunks) |
3 cups milk |
2 cups cheddar cheese |
1 teaspoon salt |
1 teaspoon pepper |
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes |
2 tablespoons butter |
3 tablespoons flour |
Directions:
1. Boil potatoes until tender enough to eat but not to soft.
2. Drain potatoes and reserve the liquid.
3. In a large pot melt butter.
4. When the butter is melted add the flour and whisk to combine until smooth.
5. Add the milk whisking to combine until smooth.
6. Add 2 cups of the potato cooking water.
7. Add the ham and cook for 5 minutes.
8. Add the cheese and stir till melted.
9. Add the potatoes, salt, pepper, and red pepper.
10. Place on the lowest heat and let set for 5 to 10 minutes for the flavors to blend.
11. Serve with crusty bread and maybe a salad.
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