Potato and Ham Soup

Potato and Ham Soup is a hearty, creamy soup featuring diced potatoes and ham as its star ingredients, often simmered with onions, celery, and carrots in a rich broth or cream base. It's a classic comfort food with roots in American home cooking, particularly popular in the Midwest and South. The dish is celebrated for its simplicity and ability to transform leftover ham into a satisfying meal.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This soup is moderately high in carbohydrates from the potatoes and protein from the ham, with a significant amount of fat depending on the cream or butter used. It provides essential nutrients like potassium, vitamin C, and B vitamins, and a typical serving ranges from 250 to 350 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	300 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	800 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg
Niacin (B3)	3 mg
Phosphorus	150 mg
Selenium	10 mcg
Vitamin B12	0.5 mcg
Iron	1.5 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this soup is a staple of post-holiday meals, especially after Christmas or Easter, when families repurpose leftover ham. Nutritionally, the combination of potatoes and ham offers a balanced mix of energy-sustaining carbs and muscle-supporting protein, making it a filling and nourishing choice.