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.