Ham hocks are sometimes used as the main protein in a dish, such as with the German specialty scheinshaxe -- which is one of the 15 German dishes you need to try.In this recipe fresh, uncured and ...

What Is a Ham Hock? Since a ham—the kind we spiral-cut, glaze, or slice and serve inside hoagies—is from the upper part of a pig’s hind legs, a ham hock isn’t technically part of the ham.

In a large saucepan, combine the beans, onion, carrot, garlic and bouquet garni. Cover with water or stock, bring to a boil and simmer until very tender, about 30 minutes.

Put ham hock back in the pot, and add black beans. Stir, then add 3 to 4 cups broth/water — enough to cover the hock. Let simmer on medium-low for 2 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally. After 2 1/2 hours ...