"This recipe for cheesy Slow Cooker Potato Soup with ham can be simmered all day in a crockpot for a comfort filled meal to come home to...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 28 oz package diced frozen hash brown potatoes (i.e. Oreida )
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1 cup shredded carrots
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1 medium onion (diced)
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1 rib celery (thinly sliced)
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4 medium cloves garlic (minced)
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5 cups low sodium chicken stock (plus additional for thinning, if needed)
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1/4 cup salted or unsalted butter (cubed or sliced)
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1 tsp garlic salt or plain salt
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1 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp paprika
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1 tsp dry Italian seasoning
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1 lb fully cooked ham (cubed)
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1 1/2 cups half and half
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1/2 cup sour cream
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1/4 cup all purpose flour
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley (plus additional for garnishing)
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Suggested toppings: crumbled bacon, shredded cheese, green onion or parsley