Ham and Sweet Potato Soup Recipe

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Ingredients (21)

  • FOR THE SOUP:
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup diced cooked ham
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 yellow onion
  • 3 to 4 cups peeled and cubed sweet potatoes
  • 2 carrots
  • 4 celery stalks
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • 5 to 6 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • FOR THE ROUX:
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • chopped fresh parsley

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