Naomi Dyer • Eaton, Colo.
February 10, 2007

1 trimmed ham bone
6 qts. water
1 med. can tomatoes
1 t. dried parsley
2 stalks celery, sliced
3 peppercorns
2 Tbsp. barley
3 carrots, sliced
salt
1/2 head cabbage, diced
2 lg. potatoes, diced

Place ham bone in pot. Add water, tomatoes, parsley, celery, peppercorns, barley, carrots, and salt to taste. Boil for 2 hours. Add cabbage and potatoes. Cook for 30 more minutes.
Note: More carrots, cabbage, and ketchup can be used to improve flavor. Don’t trim ham bone too much — all parts of ham add to the flavor.