Method

1. Place the ham bone, bay leaves, garlic, onion, cloves and peppercorns in a large saucepan, cover with water and a lid.
2. Bring to the boil and simmer gently for 30 minutes.
3. Add the rice, replace lid and simmer for a further 30 minutes.
4. Remove the bone and drain the rice, reserving any broth.
5. Remove any ham from the bone, chop and stir into the rice.

To serve

1. Serve with the broth alongside.