Caldo de jamón – ham broth

1 leek, cut in half and then lengthwise
2 sticks celery, cut in half
1 shallot, cut in half
2 cloves of garlic, whole
cured ham
extra virgin olive oil
salt
fideos – noodles
put all ingredients in the pressure cooker and cook uncovered for a couple of minutes
cover with water
put the lid on the pressure cooker and cook for 15 minutes
let the pressure cooker release its pressure by itself, when ready, uncover
take the ham out and put on one side
blitz the other ingredients

put the ham between a couple of sheets of kitchen paper and microwave until the ham goes crispy
when cool enough to handle, cut into small pieces (use scissors)
add a handful of noodles to the broth, cook according to instructions on the packet and serve with the ham on top

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