Cream of Potato and Ham Soup

This is a delicious and comforting Creamy Potato Soup recipe that you can whip up in no time:

Ingredients:

• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced

• 1/2 cup diced cooked ham

• 1/4 cup sliced carrots

• 1 stalk of celery sliced

• 1 cup water

• 1 teaspoon onion power

• 2 tablespoons butter

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• 3 cups half and half

• 1/8 teaspoon celery salt

• Dash of pepper

• Paprika and minced fresh parsley for garnish

Directions:

1. Place the diced potatoes, sliced carrots and celery and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover and cook until the potatoes and carrots are tender. Drain and set aside.

2. Melt butter in a pan

3. Stir in the flour until well blended.

4. Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook for 2 minutes or until thickened.

5. Reduce the heat and add the cooked potatoes, ham, celery, carrots, celery salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until heated through.

6. Serve warm, sprinkled with minced fresh parsley and a dash of paprika.

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 482

• Fat: 24g (Saturated fat: 15g)

• Cholesterol: 80mg

• Sodium: 982mg

• Carbohydrates: 53g (Sugars: 20g, Fiber: 2g)

• Protein: 16g1.

Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite toppings or serving it with crusty bread. Bon appétit! 🍽️