point. . Place the joint in a pot, cover with cold water and bring to the boil, Remove the scum that floats to the surface. Cover and simmer for 1.5 hours (or 30 minutes per pound). Cut cabbage into quarters and add to pot. Cook gently for about half hour, or until cabbage is cooked to your liking. (Test constantly: don't overdo it!) Drain, and serve with potatoes boiled in their jackets, and a sharp sauce -mustard or (if you can get it) HP sauce.