Slow Cooker Cheesy Ham and Potato Soup
Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 4 pounds russet potatoes
peeled & chopped
- 1 small onion
chopped
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
optional
- 1 pound ham
cubed & divided
- 12 ounces evaporated milk
- 4 ounces cream cheese
at room temp, cubed
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
divided
- scallions
for garnish
Directions
- 1
To the basin of a 6-8 quart slow cooker, add the chicken stock, cubed potatoes, onion, salt & pepper, and cubed ham, reserving ½ cup of the ham for topping. Stir together.
- 2
Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 4 hours, or until the potatoes are tender.
- 3
Add in the evaporated milk, cubed cream cheese, and 1.5 cups of the shredded cheddar.
- 4
Stir together, breaking apart some of the potatoes to thicken the soup. Replace cover and let cheeses melt.
- 5
In a small skillet over medium high heat, add the reserved ham and pan fry until crisp.
- 6
Serve soup topping with reserved cheese, bits of the fried ham, and scallions.
Slow Cooker Cheesy Ham and Potato Soup
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About this Recipe
Craving a deeply comforting, hearty meal without the fuss? This Slow Cooker Cheesy Ham and Potato Soup is your answer, offering rich flavors with minimal effort, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.
This recipe truly shines through the magic of your slow cooker, transforming simple ingredients into a deeply satisfying soup. By combining tender russet potatoes, savory ham, and the creamy richness of both evaporated milk and two types of cheese—sharp cheddar and velvety cream cheese—it develops an unparalleled depth of flavor. It's a true "dump-and-go" masterpiece that delivers big on taste.
What you can expect is a wonderfully thick, creamy soup, brimming with tender chunks of potato and savory pieces of ham. Each spoonful offers a delightful balance of salty ham, earthy potato, and the luxurious, tangy notes from the cheeses. It's a hearty and filling experience, designed to warm you from the inside out, making it an instant family favorite that always hits the spot.
Customization & Variations
Feel free to adapt this soup to your pantry. If you have leftover ham from a holiday meal, it's perfect here. For extra cheesiness, you can always increase the amount of shredded cheddar cheese added at the end. While salt is optional, you can adjust it to your taste, especially if using a salty ham.
This robust soup is an ideal candidate for a comforting family dinner or a cozy meal on a chilly evening. Serve it simply in a bowl, perhaps garnished with fresh scallions for a pop of color and mild oniony bite.