INGREDIENTS
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1 slice of ham, chopped, or the leftover bone from a roast ham, with meat still clinging to the bone
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1 onion, peeled and chopped
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1 carrot, peeled and chopped
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2 stalks celery, chopped, including the leafy parts
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1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced, or 1 Tbsp. chopped canned chipotle chilies
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4 cloves garlic, crushed
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1 small red or yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped
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2 tsp. ground cumin
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1 cup (250 mL) dry black beans
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1 14 oz. (398 mL) or 28 oz. (798 mL) can diced or stewed tomatoes
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4 cups (1 L) chicken or vegetable stock
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Salt and pepper