NEW ENGLAND POTATO SOUP

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While on our honeymoon in New England, my husband and I walked into an old country store and were immediately swept off our feet by the aroma of soup that was cooking. We each ordered a bowl and found it to be absolutely delicious! We tried to persuade the cook to give us the recipe, but she said it was a secret. Upon returning home, I experimented until I came up with this recipe, which is very close.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 6-7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium onion, chopped
1 celery rib, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons butter
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2-1/2 cups milk, divided
1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion and celery in butter until tender. Add the broth, potatoes, sugar, salt, rosemary, thyme and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. , Combine flour and 1/2 cup milk until smooth; gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the ham, peas and remaining milk; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 899mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

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