"Belly warming and hearty, a slow stewed ham bone stock is finished with drop dumplings...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 large meaty hambone
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3 quarts water
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2 whole celery stalks (ribs) with leaves
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2 large carrots
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1 large onion
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4 sprigs fresh parsley
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2 bay leaves
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1/2 teaspoon whole peppercorns
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Dumplings
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3 tablespoons vegetable shortening
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1-1/2 cups self-rising flour
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1/2 cup buttermilk or milk
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1/4 cup ham stock
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Salt, only if needed, to taste