Comfort in a Bowl Awaits

There’s something downright magical about homemade ham soup—the way those savory, smoky aromas fill your kitchen, and that first spoonful? Pure melt-in-your-mouth magic. Forget bland, store-bought versions; this soup is rich, cozy, and layered with flavor thanks to tender ham, soft veggies, and a broth that tastes like it simmered all day (even though it didn’t!).

If you’ve got a leftover ham bone or a few pantry staples hanging around, you’re already halfway there. We’re talking about a simmer-–n’stir recipe that comes together quicker than you can say “ham it up” (wink!).

The best part? It doesn’t need anything fancy. Toss everything into a pot and let the flavors do the heavy lifting. Trust me, your spoon won’t stop at one bite.

Already daydreaming about more one-pot wonders? Try our easy chicken chili next—just as simple, just as soul-warming.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
2 tablespoons olive oil
Add chopped onion to the pot and sauté until transparent.
1 cup chopped onion
Add chopped carrot and celery, continue to sauté for 5 minutes until slightly softened.
1 cup chopped carrot, 1 cup chopped celery
Place the ham bone into the pot, and pour in chicken broth.
1 piece ham bone, 4 cups chicken broth
Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
Remove the ham bone from the pot; shred any meat from the bone and add it back to the pot.
1 piece ham bone
Stir in diced ham, salt, and black pepper to taste.
2 cups diced ham, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper
Simmer for another 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
Ladle soup into bowls and serve hot.

Hope you love every last spoonful of this ham-tastic soup! For a little extra cozy, serve it up with crusty bread or sprinkle on some sharp cheddar. I’d love to hear how you made it your own—drop your tweaks, questions, or pics in the comments. Let’s keep cooking together!