Best Broccoli Cauliflower Carrot Soup With Ham Recipes

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BROCCOLI HAM AND CHEESE SOUP



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So cheesy, creamy and hearty! Loaded with ham, cheese, potatoes and TONS of broccoli! It is the perfect cozy, comforting soup for any time of the year. Adult and kid-friendly!

Provided by Chungah Rhee

Categories     entree

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
8 ounces fully cooked ham, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 sweet onion, diced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon dried thyme
4 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 russet potato, peeled and cubed
16 ounces broccoli florets, finely chopped
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • 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. Melt remaining 3 tablespoons butter. Add garlic and onion, and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. 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. Stir in potato. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until potato is tender, about 10-15 minutes. 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. Remove from heat. Gradually stir in cheese until smooth; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve immediately.

CAULIFLOWER BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP



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Even my husband, who's never been a big fan of broccoli, digs in to this creamy soup. It's a perfect way to enjoy the produce from our vegetable garden. -Betty Corliss, Stratton, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup small cauliflowerets
3/4 cup small broccoli florets
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup halved thinly sliced carrot
1 to 2 tablespoons butter
1-1/2 cups 2% milk, divided
1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/3 cup cubed Velveeta

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook the cauliflower, broccoli, onion and carrot in butter until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in 1-1/4 cups milk, bouillon, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally., Combine the flour and remaining milk until smooth; add to saucepan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Reduce heat; add cheese and stir until melted. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 909mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

CAULIFLOWER AND HAM CHOWDER



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For a great, quick meals for those cool fall and winter days, try this easy soup. The cauliflower and ham compliment each other well and you will always want a second helping.-Patty Woytassek, Havana, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups chopped fresh or frozen cauliflower
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted
1 cup half-and-half cream or evaporated milk
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup water
2 cups diced fully cooked ham
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook cauliflower and celery in broth for 4-5 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Do not drain. Stir in the soup, cream and pepper. , Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into cauliflower mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Add ham; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until heated through. Just before serving, stir in cheese. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 1011mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

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