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How to Make Hearty Country Ham and Cabbage Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Hearty and comforting, this Country Ham and Cabbage Soup is a staple in many households, especially during the colder months. This dish is perfect for when you want something warm and filling to nourish your body and soul. Packed with the rich flavors of ham, cabbage, and a variety of vegetables, this soup is a one-pot wonder that will quickly become a family favorite.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced
  • 8 ounces country ham slices, diced
  • 1 (32 fluid ounce) container chicken stock
  • 1 ½ pounds red potatoes with skin, cut into small cubes
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • ½ large head Savoy cabbage, cored and cut into 1-inch squares
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch, or more to taste
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pan. Add onion and fry until soft, about 5 minutes. Add country ham and cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Add chicken stock and potatoes; make sure potatoes are completely covered by the stock. Throw in thyme sprigs and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are soft, about 20 minutes. Remove and discard thyme sprigs. Add cabbage and mix well; the liquid no longer needs to cover the cabbage-potato mix. Bring back to a boil.
  • Cover and reduce heat; simmer until the thickest parts of the cabbage are softened, 5 to 10 more minutes. Taste, then season with salt and pepper if needed.
  • Mix water and cornstarch in a small bowl and add slowly to the soup. Mix well and cook until soup is about the consistency of heavy cream or desired thickness; it should not be too thick. Cook for 2 to 3 more minutes before serving.

    • Nutrition

    383 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 40mg
    • Sodium: 2265mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 48g
    • Dietary Fiber: 12g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 109mg
    • Calcium: 203mg
    • Iron: 8mg
    • Potassium: 1631mg

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