IRISH HAM POTATO CABBAGE SOUP

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This is a favorite recipe from my childhood, one my family loves!

Provided by lesa smith

Categories     Pork

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2-2 lb cubed ham with broken ham bone
4 1/2-5 qt water
2 Tbsp chicken base
4 stalk(s) chopped celery
2-3 lb red potato chunks
1 large head of cabbage chopped
2 lb frozen cut green beans
3/4 tsp black pepper
2 tsp onion powder
2 clove garlic
salt to taste if needed

Steps:

  • 1. Add water, ham, broken bone, base, and seasonings to large soup pot. Boil for 30-45 minutes to loosen ham bits and marrow from bone.
  • 2. Add celery, green beans and potatoes, boil til potatoes are tender.
  • 3. Add cabbage, and reduce heat, cooking until cabbage is tender crisp and a light translucent green.
  • 4. Serve with biscuits or bread.

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