Ingredients

• 2 1/2 pounds smoked sausage
• 2 pounds ham hocks
• 4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
• 1 rutabaga, peeled and cut into large chunks
• 6 turnips, peeled and cut into large chunks
• 6 carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks
• 2 onions, cut into large chunks
• 1 large head cabbage, quartered
• 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
• 1 quart water