"This soup has the perfect blend of deliciously satisfying flavors! It's creamy, it's hearty and it's oh so comforting! Perfect for a cold winter day...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
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1 1/4 cups chopped yellow onion
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1 cup peeled and diced carrots
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1 cup diced celery
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1 cup chopped bell pepper
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1 Tbsp minced garlic ((3 cloves))
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2 (15 oz) cans low-sodium chicken broth
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3 cups 1/2-inch peeled and diced sweet potatoes ((about 1 large))
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1 tsp dried basil
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1/2 tsp dried thyme
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper
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5 Tbsp unsalted butter, (diced into 1-Tbsp pieces)
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1/3 cup all-purpose flour
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3 cups whole milk
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1 1/2 cups diced cooked hickory smoked ham ((I used a center cut ham steak))
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1 1/2 cups frozen corn
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1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, (plus more for serving if desired)
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3 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley