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bowl filled with cheesy ham and potato soup topped with bacon

Cheesy Ham and Potato Soup

Ashley
Cheesy ham and potato soup is so flavorful and inviting as we enter into fall and prepare for the winter months. It's creamy and satisfying all while getting a load of veggies!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ham precooked and diced
  • 2 sticks celery diced
  • lbs potatoes diced
  • ½ lb carrots chopped or baby carrot size
  • 4 cups bone broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • ½ tsp pepper or to taste
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 6 oz sharp cheddar cheese shredded

Instructions
 

  • Dice the 1 lb ham, 2 sticks celery, 1½ lbs potatoes, and ½ lb carrots.
  • Add to the Instant Pot your diced items, 4 cups bone broth, 2 cups water, 1 tsp salt, and ½ tsp pepper.
  • Turn the vent to sealing and set on manual for 10 minutes on high pressure.
  • After the timer goes off, you can quick release the pressure but be very careful since the steam will burn you if your hand or arm touches it.
  • Then add the ½ cup heavy cream, ½ cup sour cream, and 6 oz sharp cheddar cheese.
  • Stir until fully combined, and the cheese has melted.
  • Your soup is ready to eat now or you can add desired toppings. We add chopped bacon and more shredded cheese.
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