Amish Snow Day Soup 🍲❄️

Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 1 hr | Servings: 6

This creamy delight is known in our house as “Amish Snow Day Soup” — the kind of hearty, comforting bowl that makes cold evenings feel warm again. Made with tender potatoes, sweet corn, and savory ham, it’s the definition of cozy comfort food! 🤍

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cups potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 cups ham, diced (or use smoked sausage)
• 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups milk
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
2. Add Base Ingredients: Stir in potatoes, ham, corn, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
3. Make the Cream Base: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and milk until smooth. Slowly add this mixture to the soup, stirring continuously.
4. Season & Thicken: Add garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer another 10 minutes until soup thickens and becomes creamy.
5. Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with extra black pepper or a sprinkle of parsley. Serve warm with crusty bread or biscuits. 🥖

Calories: ~350 per serving