Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 large carrot (chopped)
  • 2 sticks celery (chopped)
  • 1/2 medium onion (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound (approx.) smoked ham (cut into small pieces)
  • 2.5 pounds Russet potatoes (peeled & cut into 1" pieces)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • Salt & pepper (to taste)

Instruction

  • Prep your celery, carrot, and onion and add them to a large soup pot with the olive oil. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, prep your ham and potatoes (or you can prep them at the start - it's up to you!). 
  • Stir in the garlic, then add the ham, potatoes, Italian seasoning, chicken broth, and water to the pot. Increase the heat to high and bring it to a gentle boil. Cover the pot with the lid slightly ajar and reduce the heat so it's simmering. Cook for 25-30 minutes or until the potatoes are nice and tender (I like them to easily fall apart).
  • Using a potato masher, lightly mash some of the potatoes right in the pot. I like a mix of potato pieces and a bit of mash. Season with salt & pepper and serve immediately. This soup tastes even better the next day!