SLOW-COOKER POTATO & HAM SOUP

Slow-Cooker Potato & Ham Soup image

In our house, this recipe is a win-win. It's easy for me to whip up and easy for my family to devour...the crusty bread for dipping doesn't hurt, either. -Linda Haglund, Buffalo, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 6h25m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth
1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubed
1 cup cubed deli ham
1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
Optional: Sour cream and chopped green onions

Steps:

In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine broth, potatoes, onion and pepper. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until vegetables are tender., Mash potatoes to desired consistency. Whisk in cream cheese until melted. Stir in ham and milk. Cook, covered, until heated through, 15-20 minutes longer. Serve with sour cream and green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 1053mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.