vegan Potato, Ham and Cheese Soup

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic and sauté until they become translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the diced potatoes and sauté for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Pour in the vegetable broth, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
4. Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup. You want to leave some chunks of potatoes for texture but also blend enough to thicken the soup.
5. Stir in the vegan ham, vegan cheddar cheese, and almond milk. Continue to simmer over low heat until the cheese has melted and the soup is heated through.
6. If you’d like an extra cheesy flavor, add nutritional yeast and stir it in.
7. Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper according to your preference. Adjust the consistency by adding more vegetable broth or almond milk if needed.
8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh chives or green onions if desired

Nutrition

1. The nutritional content of your vegan Potato, Ham, and Cheese Soup may vary depending on the specific brands of vegan products used and portion sizes. However, here’s an approximate breakdown of the nutritional values for a typical serving of this soup (assuming it’s divided into 4 servings):
2. Note: These values are approximate and can vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes.

• Calories: Approximately 300-350 calories per serving
• Protein: Approximately 10-15 grams per serving
• Carbohydrates: Approximately 30-35 grams per serving
• Dietary Fiber: Approximately 4-6 grams per serving
• Fat: Approximately 15-20 grams per serving
• Saturated Fat: Approximately 2-4 grams per serving (depending on the vegan cheese used)
• Cholesterol: 0 milligrams per serving (since it’s a vegan recipe)
• Sodium: The sodium content will depend on the salt added during cooking and the sodium content of the vegetable broth and vegan ham. You can control this by using low-sodium broth and being mindful of the amount of salt you add.