Using ham hocks might seem intimidating, but the depth and savoriness they provide make them worth it. We've got all you need ...

Find out why—and what a ham hock can do for your recipes. You can order a deli meat ham sandwich at a sub shop, and many American families share Easter ham if they celebrate the holiday.

Southern collard greens with ham hocks is a classic comfort food that embodies the rich culinary tradition of the South.

Add the garlic and soup celery if using and cook for 5 minutes. Mix into the lentils with the ham hock. Whisk the mustard, honey and vinegar together. Whisk in the oil and check seasoning.

Hocks can be salty and smoky so I advise soaking overnight in cold water. Keep covered in the refrigerator. The meat on a bacon hock takes longer to become tender, so cook on stove-top for an hour ...

Place the ham hock in a pot and cover with cold water. Add the onion and celery and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 3 hours or until the ham is tender. Remove ham from stock and set aside.

I’m saving the whole ham for Christmas proper, bacon hocks are the main feature for this mid-winter feast, matched with an orange chutney and bread sauce. This will be accompanied by all the ...

1 ham hock or 450g (1lb) shin of beef * If possible soak the ham hock in cold water over night. Place the pork hock in fresh water and add the carrots, garlic, onion, bay leaf, salt and ...