Ham & Vegetable Stew

Another great way to use up that leftover ham. Simple & satisfying.

• Ready In: 1 hr 30 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 4  cups water
• 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
• 3  cups cabbage (shredded)
• 2  cups cooked ham (diced)
• 3  carrots (sliced)
• 1 1⁄2 cups celery (chopped)
• 3⁄4 cup onion (chopped)
• 1⁄2 cup bell pepper (chopped)
• 1 (16 ounce) can  beans, of, your, choice (drained)
• 1  tablespoon sugar
• 2  teaspoons dried basil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper
• 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2  bay leaves

Directions

1. In large soup kettle, combine all ingredients.
2. Bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 1-1/4 hours.
4. Discard bay leaves and serve hot (Add cooked pasta, if you wish).