How do I prepare One-pot Ham & Potato Soup?
Here's a recipe for One-pot Ham & Potato Soup:

Ingredients:

• 2 strips bacon, cut into 1-inch (2 cm) pieces
• 1 cup onion, diced
• 1 cup carrot, diced
• 1 cup celery, diced
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 2 cups ham, cooked and cubed
• 2 potatoes, cubed
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 cups heavy cream

Instructions:

1. In a 6-quart (5.7 liters) dutch oven, cook bacon over medium-high heat until fat is rendered out and the pieces begin to get crispy.
2. Add onion, carrot, and celery, and cook until just tender, about 3 minutes.
3. Reduce heat to medium and add flour, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes to avoid lumps.
4. Add ham, potatoes, thyme, and black pepper. Stir to coat the meat and potatoes in the roux/vegetable mix.
5. Add the chicken broth and bay leaves.
6. Cover and bring to a boil. Then reduce heat to medium-low and cook covered for 25-30 minutes.
7. Remove bay leaves and stir in cream. Return to a simmer and serve.

Enjoy your One-pot Ham & Potato Soup!