About
A beloved flavor combination is transformed into a truly indulgent soup! Savory Ham & Cheese Soup is richer, creamier, and meatier than any ham & cheese sandwich you can find, while still delivering on that delicious pork flavor. Infused with sharp cheddar cheese and salty bacon, Savory Ham & Cheese Soup doesn't just warm your spirits on a cold winter evening; the aroma alone will wrap around you like a delicious blanket!
Ingredients
- 5 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 small bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups ham, diced
- 2 cups potatoes, diced
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
Directions
Step 1 -In a soup pot or Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy.
Step 2 -Transfer the bacon to a paper-towel-lined bowl. Set the bacon pieces aside and reserve the drippings in the pot.
Step 3 -Add the onions and the bell peppers to the pot.
Step 4 -Season with the salt and the pepper and sauté over medium heat until the vegetables start to caramelize, about 8-10 minutes.
Step 5 -Transfer the vegetables to a bowl and set them aside.
Step 6 -Add the butter to the pot.
Step 7 -Once the butter is melted, add the flour and cook until foamy and golden, about 2 minutes.
Step 8 -Add the cooked bacon, the cooked vegetables, the ham, and the potatoes and sauté, about 2 minutes.
Step 9 -Stir in the milk and the heavy cream and reduce the heat to medium-low.
Step 10 -Cook, stirring frequently, until the potatoes become tender, about 15 minutes.
Step 11 -Remove the soup from the heat.
Step 12 -Stir in the cheese, the rosemary, and the thyme.
Step 13 -Serve.
