Ham And Cabbage Soup

Directions

1. 1
   In a large soup pot, cover ham bone with cold water.
2. 2
   Tie peppercorns, cloves, garlic and parsley in a cheesecloth bag and add to soup pot.
3. 3
   Simmer, covered, for 2 to 3 hours.
4. 4
   Discard cheesecloth bag.
5. 5
   Remove bone; cut meat from bone.
6. 6
   Cut meat into bite sizes.
7. 7
   Discard bone.
8. 8
   Return meat to soup pot; add potatoes and carrots.
9. 9
   Simmer, covered, for 30 minutes.
10. 10
    Add cabbage and simmer 15 minutes.
11. 11
    Add salt to taste and serve.
12. 12
    Yields 1 1/2 quarts.