Ham and Potato Soup
The day started out rainy, and it never really warmed up. When autumn arrives, so does soup. I was dreaming up the soup yesterday, knowing there were two ham bones (and plenty of frozen leftover ham, to boot) on deck.
The morning was stock making time. Mirepoix, coarsely cut, received a quick saute, then bones, herbs and spices took the plunge for a long simmer.
We pulled meat from the bones after lunch, then added in potatoes, additional meat, and a hint of milk (for mouth-feel; it's all about that mouth-feel sometimes). I was trying to split the difference between a creamy soup and a broth, and it worked out just that way. I hate overly-soggy veggies, so the first round was removed and new veggies (with some corn for fun) went back in.
The ham had been really smokey, and the broth was as well.
Served up with a nice handful of shredded cheddar and some bacon cheddar muffins my wife made.
The Verdict
Comforting, stick-to-the ribs soup, gooey cheese, and fresh-baked muffins? How could it be bad?
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