Cheesy Ham Beef And Potato Soup
This hearty and creamy Cheesy Ham, Beef, and Potato Soup is perfect for a comforting meal on cold days. With tender potatoes, flavorful ham, and ground beef, this dish is rich, creamy, and sure to please the whole family.
Equipment
- 1 large pot or Dutch oven
- 1 cutting board
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 set measuring cups
- 1 set measuring spoons
- 1 ladle
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup diced ham
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley optional, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, until the onion is translucent.
- Add the ground beef and diced ham to the pot. Cook until the meat is browned, about 5-7 minutes. Make sure to break up the ground beef as it cooks.
- Stir in the diced potatoes, chicken broth, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Once the potatoes are cooked, stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Allow the soup to simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
- Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Remove from heat.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your cheesy ham, beef, and potato soup!
- Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots or peas for added nutrition.
- For a spicier kick, consider adding diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- This soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of broth if needed to reach the desired consistency.
Notes
Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots or peas for added nutrition.
For a spicier kick, consider adding diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
This soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of broth if needed to reach desired consistency.