I make this thick potato soup for St. Patrick's Day every year, and we always look forward to it —Mary Jo O'Brien, Hastings, Minnesota.
Ingredients
2-3/4 cups cubed peeled potatoes, divided
1-1/3 cups water
2 tablespoons butter, cubed
2/3 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1 celery rib, chopped
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
dash pepper
1/4 pound velveeta, cubed
1/3 cup sour cream
whole milk, optional
Directions
Place 2 cups potatoes in a saucepan; add water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Remove from the heat (do not drain). Mash potatoes; stir in butter.
In a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker, combine the ham, celery, onion, garlic powder, paprika, pepper and remaining cubed potatoes. Stir in mashed potatoes; top with cheese. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until vegetables are tender. Stir in the sour cream until blended. Thin soup with milk if desired.