Created by dienia b on May 4, 2024
Step 1: Heat the oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat.
Step 2: Add the bacon and cook until slightly crispy, about 5 minutes.
Step 3: Add ham hocks, onion, peppers, and celery.
Step 4: Cook 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
Step 5: Add garlic and cook 1 minute, stirring, until garlic becomes fragrant.
Step 6: Add cabbage, beans, paprika, oregano, basil, cayenne, and salt and pepper to taste.
Step 7: Stir and cook 5 minutes, or until the cabbage is slightly wilted.
Step 8: Stir in the fire-roasted tomatoes, broth and potatoes.
Step 9: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes, or until cabbage and potatoes are cooked to your preference.
Step 10: Remove the ham hocks.
Step 11: Pick the meat from the bones and add to the soup pot.
Step 12: Skim any fat from the surface.
Step 13: Stir in apple cider vinegar and season to taste.