Quick and Easy Leftover Ham Soup

Ingredients and Weight:

• 3 cups leftover cooked ham, chopped
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Preparation Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, heat the olive oil.
2. Add the onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the ham, chicken broth, water, peas, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat to low and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and 2 tablespoons of cold water to form a paste.
6. Gradually whisk the paste into the soup to thicken.
7. Simmer for 5 minutes more, stirring occasionally.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 200 per serving
• Protein: 15 grams per serving
• Carbohydrates: 20 grams per serving
• Fat: 10 grams per serving

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and comforting
• Easy to prepare with leftover ham
• Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal
• Can be customized with additional vegetables or seasonings

User Comments:

• "This soup is so easy to make and tastes absolutely delicious! I love that I can use up leftover ham in a new way."
• "My family loved this soup. It was so flavorful and warming. I'll definitely be making it again."
• "I added some potatoes and corn to my soup for a more filling meal. It was perfect for a cold winter night."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• For a creamier soup, blend about half of the soup in a blender until smooth, then return to the pot.
• If you don't have leftover ham, you can use 1/2 pound of cooked ham from the store.
• The soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.