Best 3 Ham Vegetable Stew Recipes

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Ham vegetable stew is a hearty, flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. It is made with ham, vegetables, and a flavorful broth. The ham provides a smoky, salty flavor, while the vegetables add sweetness, crunch, and nutrition. The broth is typically made with water, chicken or vegetable stock, and herbs and spices. Ham vegetable stew is a relatively easy dish to make, and it is a great way to use up leftover ham. It can be served with bread, potatoes, or rice.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HAM & VEGETABLE STEW



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Make and share this Ham & Vegetable Stew recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KeyWee

Categories     Stew

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

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

Steps:

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

VEGETABLE HAM STEW



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"I created this savory stew one evening while trying to use up leftover ham," recalls Shannon Smith of Mt. Horeb, Wisconsin. "My husband loved it and told me to write down the recipe. I passed it on to the other women in the family...now it's everyone's favorite."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h35m

Yield 11 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cups water
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
3 cups shredded cabbage
2 cups diced fully cooked lean ham
3 large carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1-1/2 cups chopped celery
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons dried basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 bay leaves
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, combine the first 13 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/4 hours or until cabbage is tender, stirring occasionally., Combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; stir into stew. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Discard bay leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 511mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MOM'S HAM AND VEGETABLE STEW



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My mom's recipe. It is delicious without the ham also! Robust and filling, especially served with a nice rustic loaf of bread!

Provided by ChipotleChick

Categories     Stew

Time 45m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, diced
4 cloves garlic, diced
2 cans chicken broth
2 cans water
1 can diced tomatoes with juice
6 potatoes, cut into medium chunks
7 carrots, cut into medium chunks
1 green cabbage, cut into quarters and diced
1 1/2 cups frozen corn
1 slice ham, 1 inch thick,diced
1 can navy beans or 1 can other white beans, rinsed and drained
crushed red pepper flakes
salt
pepper
Tabasco sauce

Steps:

  • Saute onion and garlic in olive oil in a large pot until onions are clear.
  • Add everything except the seasonings, cabbage, beans, and corn.
  • Bring to a boil and reduce heat to simmer.
  • After 5 minutes, pour the corn on top (do not stir!), and pour the cabbage on top of the corn.
  • Simmer until the potatoes are fork tender, about 20-30 minutes.
  • Stir in the beans in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  • Add Crushed red pepper, Salt, Pepper, Tabasco to taste.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of ham. Ham hocks or ham steaks are both good choices for this stew. If using ham hocks, be sure to remove the bone before serving.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will give your stew a more complex flavor. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and green beans.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables. You want them to be tender, but not mushy.
  • Season the stew to taste. Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all good choices. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as thyme, rosemary, or sage.
  • Serve the stew over rice or mashed potatoes. This will help to soak up the delicious broth.

Conclusion:

Ham and vegetable stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover ham. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious and satisfying stew that the whole family will enjoy.

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