- 1 slice ham
- ground black pepper to taste
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 quarts water
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 (16 ounce) package wide egg noodles
- In a medium saucepan, combine ham, black pepper, garlic, and 1 1/2 quarts water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add onion and celery; continuing cooking until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add noodles, and cook until al dente. Serve hot.