Place the ham hock in a pot and cover with cold water. Add the onions and celery and bring to the boil. Simmer until fork tender. Alternatively put in a pot, cover with a lid and bake in a 160oc ...

15 mins 1 hr 4 Put 1 ham hock in a large pan with 1 quartered onion, 2 bay leaves, 10 peppercorns and 4 cloves. Cover well ...

Put the ham hocks in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil until you see white scum float to the top, then strain. Repeat this process two more times, starting with fresh cold ...

Stir in softened beans, 8 cups water, carrot, bay leaves, thyme and pepper. Add ham hocks. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; ...

Place the beans, ham hocks, chicken broth, and bay leaf in a soup pot; do not add salt at this stage. Bring to a boil and simmer for about 1 hour, depending on how long the beans were soaked.

This way of cooking ensures all the flavour is served on your plate instead of left in a pot of boiled water. Inspired by those humble peas here’s my take on a southern classic — collard greens.

Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to maintain a simmer and cook uncovered until the beans are tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Transfer the ham hock to a cutting board or plate. When ...