Leftover Ham And Noodles

Ingredients

• 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

Directions

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.