Preparation

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Chop the meat and place in a saucepan.

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Cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt and bring to the boil.

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Skim off the foam and reduce the heat.

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Peel and halve the onion.

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Add to the stock.

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Add the peeled garlic, bay leaves, cloves and peppercorns. Cook for 21/2 hours just below boiling point, topping up with water as required.

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Remove the cooked meat from the broth.

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Pour the liquid into a clean pan through a sieve lined with a cloth. Season with salt and pepper and skim off any fat if necessary.

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Wash and chop the Savoy cabbage.

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Add to the stock. Allow to simmer for 5 minutes.

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Meanwhile, peel and slice the carrots and beet.

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Add to the soup and simmer for 5 minutes.

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Wash the leek and cut into rings.

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Add to the soup.

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Peel the celery and cut into thin slices.

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Add to the hot soup and cook for 10 minutes over a low heat.

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Cut the meat into cubes and arrange in bowls. Serve with the hot soup and vegetables poured over.