Cottage Ham

Savor the homestyle comfort of Cottage Ham, a hearty one-pot meal that combines tender smoked pork shoulder with a medley of fresh vegetables like green beans, red potatoes, carrots, and onions, all simmered to perfection in a fragrant chicken broth infused with bay leaves and peppercorns. This classic recipe highlights the smoky richness of the ham, balanced by the natural sweetness of root vegetables and vibrant green beans. Perfect for cozy family dinners, this dish is easy to prepare, with minimal hands-on time and a slow simmer that allows the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve it with a ladle of savory broth and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a rustic, heartwarming dish that's as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ideal keywords: smoked pork shoulder recipe, one-pot ham and vegetables, comfort food dinner ideas, hearty family meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2.5 pounds cottage ham (smoked pork shoulder)
• 1 pound green beans
• 1.5 pounds red potatoes
• 1 whole medium onion
• 3 large carrots
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 whole bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon peppercorns
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the cottage ham under cold water to remove any excess salt, then pat it dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Peel and chop the onion into quarters. Peel and slice the carrots into 1-inch chunks. Leave the potatoes whole if small; otherwise, halve or quarter them into even-sized pieces.

Step 3

Trim the ends off the green beans and cut them into shorter pieces, about 2 inches long. Set the green beans aside for later use.

Step 4

In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, place the cottage ham, chopped onion, carrots, potatoes, bay leaves, and peppercorns.

Step 5

Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients in the pot, ensuring the ham is nearly submerged. Add additional water if needed to cover the meat and vegetables.

Step 6

Bring the pot to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover with a lid. Simmer for 90 minutes, occasionally skimming off any foam or impurities that rise to the surface.

Step 7

After 90 minutes, add the green beans to the pot. Continue simmering for an additional 30 minutes until the green beans are tender and the ham is fork-tender.

Step 8

Remove the cottage ham from the pot and place it on a cutting board. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing into thick pieces.

Step 9

Taste the broth and season it with salt and black pepper as needed.

Step 10

To serve, arrange slices of cottage ham on a plate along with the cooked vegetables. Ladle some of the flavorful broth over the top and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Step 11

Enjoy your comforting and hearty cottage ham meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3565.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3264.1

Total Fat 136.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 800.5mg	0%
Sodium 16017.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 203.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.0g	0%
Total Sugars 54.5g
Protein 305.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 594.6mg	0%
Iron 27.8mg	0%
Potassium 8905.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.6%

Protein: 37.5%

Carbs: 24.9%