Mom’s Ham and Vegetable Stew
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Description: This hearty stew, passed down from my mom, is a comforting and robust dish that’s perfect for any night of the week. Even without the ham, it bursts with flavor and is wonderfully filling, especially when served alongside a crusty loaf of bread.
Recipe Category: Stew
Keywords: Ham, Pork, Beans, Vegetable, Meat, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Inexpensive
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 271.3
- Fat Content: 4.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 559.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 50.6g
- Fiber Content: 9.3g
- Sugar Content: 9.6g
- Protein Content: 9.7g
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Olive oil | 2 tbsp |
| Onions | 2 |
| Garlic | 4 cloves |
| Chicken broth | 2 cups |
| Water | 2 cups |
| Diced tomatoes with juice | 1 can |
| Potatoes | 6 |
| Carrots | 7 |
| Green cabbage | 1 |
| Frozen corn | 1 1/2 cups |
| Ham | 1 lb |
| Navy beans | 1 can |
| Crushed red pepper flakes | to taste |
| Salt | to taste |
| Pepper | to taste |
| Tabasco sauce | to taste |
Instructions:
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Saute Onion and Garlic:
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing until the onions turn clear and fragrant.
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Combine Ingredients:
- To the pot, add chicken broth, water, diced tomatoes with their juice, peeled and diced potatoes, sliced carrots, and diced ham. Stir well to combine.
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Simmer:
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Allow it to cook gently for about 20-30 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
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Layer Corn and Cabbage:
- After 5 minutes of simmering, carefully pour the frozen corn on top of the stew without stirring. Then layer the shredded green cabbage on top of the corn.
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Stir in Beans:
- In the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the drained and rinsed navy beans, ensuring they are heated through.
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Season to Taste:
- Adjust the seasoning to your liking by adding crushed red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and Tabasco sauce to taste.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Ladle the hot stew into bowls and serve immediately, perhaps with some crusty bread for dipping. Enjoy the comforting flavors of this delicious and filling meal!
This recipe yields a savory and satisfying stew that’s perfect for chilly evenings or whenever you crave a hearty, homemade meal. Whether you follow it exactly or customize it to your taste, Mom’s Ham and Vegetable Stew is sure to become a family favorite for years to come! 🍲🥖
