Country Ham & Cabbage - Smithfield Style
Ingredients:
- 2-3 lb chunk of Country Ham, cooked
- 1 quart fresh Water
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 1 teaspoon teaspoon Black Peppercorns
- 2 slices Country Bacon, chopped
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 1 large clove Garlic, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Mustard Seed, toasted
- 8 small red-skinned Potatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoon fresh Parsley, chopped
- 1 large head of cabbage, cut into 8 chunks
Directions:
Combine first four ingredients in a large heavy pot and bring to boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low and add cabbage. Simmer for 3/4-1 hour. Saute bacon with onion, garlic, and mustard seed. Add to pot, along with potatoes. Continue to simmer for 30-45 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with hot cornbread.