GOLDEN POTATO AND HAM SOUP

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I have requests for this soup for lots of family events and especially deer camp. If you're in the mood for comfort food, this is the recipe for you! -Shelly Woods, Blissfield, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

6 cups cubed Yukon Gold potatoes
2 cups water
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup sliced carrots
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk, divided
1 package (16 ounces) process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1/3 cup real bacon bits

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, combine the first nine ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-14 minutes or until potatoes are tender. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine flour and 1/4 cup milk until smooth; add to soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cheese and remaining milk until cheese is melted. Add ham and bacon; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401 calories, Fat 19g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 1666mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.