Roasted Cheesy Potato and Ham Soup

What you need:

• 4 medium red potatoes, cubed
• 2 cups chopped ham
• 1 small onion, diced
• 5 cloves minced garlic
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 3 stalks celery, chopped
• Olive oil
• 1 tsp. smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/8 tsp. pepper
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 pint heavy cream
• 4 cups milk
• 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, plus some for garnish
• Chives, for garnish
• Pretzel bowls

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, toss potatoes, ham, onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Add a few tablespoons of oil with the paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
2. Place on a greased baking sheet and broil on high for about 20 minutes.
3. Remove from the oven and pour into a large stockpot.
4. In a small dish, mix cornstarch with a tablespoon of milk at a time until no lumps remain.
5. Add cornstarch mixture, heavy cream, and remaining milk to the stockpot.
6. Cook over medium to medium-high heat until thick and bubbly.
7. Add cheese and stir until melted and well combined.
8. Serve in pretzel bowls topped with additional cheese and chives, if desired.

Recipe from Yammie's Noshery

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