Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1 pound smoked ham hocks ((or equal weight of bacon, smoked turkey wings, or smoked turkey legs))
  • 3 pounds fresh green beans (washed, trimmed and cut in 2” pieces)
  • 2 teaspoons salt

Instruction

  • Place the ham hocks (or other choice of seasoning meat) in a large pot with just enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • While the ham hock simmers, prepare the green beans by removing the “tips and tails.” Snap the beans into approximately 2" pieces or leave whole if desired.
  • Add the beans and salt to the pot. Bring the contents to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer.
  • Cover and cook for 1 hour or until the beans are tender.
  • Remove the ham hocks to a plate and allow to cool for a few minutes.
  • Remove and shred the meat from the ham hock, discarding the skin and bones. Add the shredded meat back to the pot and stir it into the beans.