Ingredients:

2 cups of ham, cut in chunks

6 carrots, peeled and cut into thick slices

2 medium rutabegas, peeled and cut into chunks

1 head of cabbage, quartered

6 cups of water

1 bay leaf

1 Tbsp of whole black peppercorns

In a large pot, add all the ingredients.  Turn on a medium heat until the water boils, then reduce heat to simmer for 1 hour.

Top each serving with a pad of butter and a pinch of salt.