HAM BONE SOUP

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Provided by Marsha Gardner

Number Of Ingredients 21

HAM STOCK
1 large meaty ham bone
12 c cold water
1 tsp kosher salt
1 large carrot, chopped
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
2 clove garlic, minced
1 Tbsp peppercorns, whole black
1 tsp thyme, dried
2 bay leaves
SOUP
1/2 medium onion, diced
3 large carrots, diced
3 celery ribs, diced
4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
1 small cabbage head, sliced thin
1/2 c apple cider vinegar
8 c ham stock
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2-3 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin

Steps:

1. HAM STOCK: In a large pot, bring mixture to a boil, Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered 2 hours. Strain and reserve ham bone and stock. Pull ham off bone, discard fat and chop into bite-size pieces
2. SOUP: In a large pot, heat olive oil. Add onions, carrots and celery. Saute over medium-low heat until tender. Add remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat and cook for 2 hours, or until vegetables are very soft and potatoes are broken up. Season to taste.
3. Serve with a dollop of sour cream and chopped fresh dill, if desired.