Potato and Ham Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup diced onion
• 1 cup diced celery
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 3 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 cup diced cooked ham
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup half-and-half

Directions

1. In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion, celery and garlic, and cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add chicken broth, potatoes, ham, thyme, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
3. Stir in half-and-half and heat through. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Potatoes are a great source of potassium, vitamin C, and fiber.
• Ham is a great source of protein.
• Half-and-half is a combination of half whole milk and half light cream.