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Ham and Cheese Soup

While I was growing up, my family had a big garden. Mom would turn that produce into some wonderful meals...that's where I get my love of cooking. I share one of my favorite recipes with your here.—Paul Miller, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Ham and Cheese Soup
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  • Total Time
    Prep/Total Time: 25 min.
  • Makes
    6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup chopped carrot
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground mustard
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup chopped fully cooked ham
  • 2-1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups milk
  • 3/4 pound American cheese, cubed
  • Popped popcorn, optional

Directions

  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, saute onion, celery, carrot, parsley and garlic in butter for 5 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir in flour, mustard and pepper. Add ham; cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add broth and milk; bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Stir in cheese; reduce heat. Cook and stir until cheese is melted (do not boil). Garnish serving with popcorn if desired.

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  • shecooksalot
    Dec 30, 2013

    I thought that this was a great tasting and quick soup. The ham and cheese flavor is very tasty and my kids really enjoyed it. Paired with rolls, it's a great meal. It also comes together very quickly, which I like.

  • jeffkris
    Jan 12, 2011

    I would use hamburger in place of ham next time. Also, I wouldn't use as much garlic.

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