HAM SOUP AND CORNMEAL DUMPLINGS

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This was a favorite of my dad. I have tried to remember how my mother made them, but my cornmeal dumplings are not as tender as hers. Sure wish I had spent more time in the kitchen with her when I had a chance. It is a great way for using up leftover ham.

Provided by Joyce Lowery

Categories     Other Soups

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 ham bone
4 c ham, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 c green onions, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp parsley flakes
DUMPLINGS
1 c cornmeal
1/2 c flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 Tbsp butter, melted
1 egg, beaten
2/3 c liquid from ham stock

Steps:

  • 1. Place ham bone in 6 cups water and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper to taste. Bring to boil and simmer for 45 minutes. Remove ham bone and discard.
  • 2. Add green onions, salt, black pepper, ham, and parsley flakes to broth. Simmer one hour.
  • 3. Mix ingredients for dumplings together. Dipping by teaspoonfuls, gently roll batter in the palms of your hands into approximately 1-inch balls; drop into boiling soup liquid. Make sure each dumpling is completely covered in liquid by shaking pot gently. Do not stir.
  • 4. Cook 10 minutes uncovered; then cover and cook on low heat for 25 minutes.

Hakon
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's going to be my new go-to soup recipe.


Wilson Haitham
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I'm going to make this soup for my next dinner party. I know my guests will love it.


MD IBAHIM
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I love the idea of adding cornmeal dumplings to soup. It's such a creative and tasty twist.


Mirza Saadi
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This soup is definitely on my to-make list.


Jimmy Bakboord
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I can't wait to try this soup. It sounds so delicious!


Michelle Strack
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I'm always looking for new soup recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper.


Kdubb Robin
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I made this soup for a potluck, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Gemini Detail
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I'm not a big fan of soup, but this one is an exception. It's so flavorful and comforting.


Aman Faraz
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This soup is very filling and satisfying. I highly recommend it!


Mbarly Sithole
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I served this soup with a side of crusty bread, and it was the perfect meal for a cold winter day.


Maddox Taylor
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My kids loved this soup! They especially liked the dumplings.


Abdu Ayimed
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I added some chopped ham to the soup, and it was delicious. Great way to use up leftover ham.


Heather Brewer
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I used chicken broth instead of ham stock, and it was still very flavorful.


Bailey Trott
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I made this in my slow cooker, and it turned out perfectly. So easy and convenient!


Balbdr Mahara
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I'm not a fan of ham, but I really enjoyed this soup. The cornmeal dumplings were a nice touch.


Jahangir salingi
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The dumplings were a little dense for my taste, but the soup was still very good.


Nahum Silva
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I added some extra vegetables to the soup, and it turned out great. Very versatile recipe.


Lily McLean
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


ugozy cliff
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I love how the dumplings soak up the flavor of the soup. So good!


Ezeigbo David .O.
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This ham soup with cornmeal dumplings was easy to follow and turned out amazing!