Broccoli Ham and Cheese Soup

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add ham, and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes; set aside.

Step 2

Melt remaining 3 tablespoons butter. Add garlic and onion, and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Whisk in flour and thyme until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Stir in chicken broth, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.

Step 4

Stir in potato. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until potato is tender, about 10-15 minutes.

Step 5

Using a potato masher, mash potatoes until desired consistency is reached. Stir in ham, broccoli and heavy cream. Cover and simmer until broccoli is tender, about 5-6 minutes.

Step 6

Remove from heat. Gradually stir in cheese until smooth; season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Step 7

Serve immediately.

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