Ham & Vegetables Soup

HAM & VEGETABLES SOUP

1 chunk smoked ham, about 600g, cubed

4 bacon rashers, chopped

2 large onions, chopped

2  tbsp all purpose flour

1 litre chicken stock

1litre water

4 sticks celery, chopped

2 large carrots, cut into chunks

4 waxy potatoes, cut into chunks

2 tomatoes (optional)

3 Bay leaves

Freshly crushed black pepper

Chopped parsley for garnishing

1. In a heavy based pot, brown the bacon until crispy.  Add in onions and stir-fry until transparent.

2.  Add in flour and fry until brown, stirring constantly in medium fire.

3.  Fry ham pieces lightly for a minute.

3.  Pour in chicken stock and water.  Bring to boil, covered.

4.  When boiling, add in all vegetables and bay leaves.  Bring to boil again and simmer for about 1 to 2 hours.

5.  Served garnish with chopped parsley and ground black pepper with garlic bread on the side.

Serves 6-8