As most folks in the South can tell you, potatoes are a staple in any traditional Southern meal and are greatly enjoyed throughout the year. We like our potatoes mashed, fried, steam, roasted, in casseroles, or as potato chips.
During this crazy cold weather we are having, potato soup would be a great comfort dish to make your family for dinner. I have tried many potato soups and have finally found one I love and want to share with you.
Loaded Potato Soup
Ingredients:
6 slices country ham, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
6 whole carrots, cleaned and chopped
6 stalks of celery, diced
6 medium, Russet Potatoes, peeled and diced
8 cups vegetable broth
3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoons salt, may want more to taste
black pepper to taste
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
How To:
Add ham pieces to soup/stock pot over medium heat and cook until crisp. Remove the ham from the heat and set aside. Pour off most of the grease but do not clean pot.
Return pot to medium-high heat and add the onion, carrots, celery and potatoes. Cook for 5 minutes and season with salt and pepper.
Pour in the broth and bring to a gentle boil. Cook for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Whisk together flour and milk, then pour into the soup and allow soup to cook for another 5 to 10 minutes until your desired thickness.
Once soup is to your desired thickness, add in your ham pieces and cheddar cheese. Add additional salt and pepper to taste.
