"Learn how to make this Cheesy Ham and Potato Soup on the Stove Top, Crock Pot, or the Instant Pot! It's thick and creamy, easy and cheesy! A great recipe idea for leftover ham...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 Tablespoons butter (unsalted)
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1 Tablespoon olive oil
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¾ cup yellow onion (diced)
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2 stalks celery (diced)
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3 cloves garlic (minced)
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2 cups ham (diced)
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1 ½ cups russet potatoes (diced (2 small potatoes))
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1/3 cup + 1 Tablespoon all-purpose flour (separated)
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5 cups low sodium chicken broth
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1 cup half and half
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1 cup frozen corn
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1-2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional)
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2 ½ cups cheddar cheese
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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¼ teaspoon ground sage
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2 sprigs thyme
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1 bay leaf
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Salt/Pepper (to taste)
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5 strips Bacon (cooked and crumbed)
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Green onions (diced)
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Fresh Parsley (roughly chopped)