Calalou Chez Clara Soup

Ingredients

 * 1 lb fresh spinach or callaloo greens
 * 1 lb okra, topped and tailed
 * 1 medium-size onion, coarsely chopped
 * 1 bouquet garni: scallions, fresh thyme, and parsley
 * salt and pepper to taste
 * ½ scotch bonnet-type chile, minced
 * 6½ cups water
 * 1 clove garlic, minced
 * ½ lb cooked ham, cut into ¼-inch dice
 * juice of 3 limes

Directions

 * 1) Clean the spinach or callaloo thoroughly, and remove the woody central stems.
 * 2) Chop the okra and the callaloo and place them in a large saucepan.
 * 3) Add the onion, bouquet garni, salt and black pepper, chile, and water.
 * 4) Bring to a boil and cook, covered, over a medium flame for 30 minutes.
 * 5) Remove the mixture from the heat and put it through a food mill until it is a smooth purée.
 * 6) Replace it in the saucepan and add the garlic, ham, and lime juice.
 * 7) Continue to cook over medium low heat for 10 minutes.
 * 8) Do not allow the soup to come to a second boil or it will lose its texture.
 * 9) Serve immediately.