Amy + Jacky’s Ham Tips!We crafted this recipe so the ham hock will have some chew and a satisfying mouthfeel as you enjoy it with the soup. If you want fork-tender ham, cut the smoked ham hock in half or quarter it before pressure cooking. ...
A popular question in the cooking world is, “What is the difference between ham and pork?” In this post we will describe the differences between the two in detail, tell you why it matters, and help you know when to use each one. And if you still have questions, please post a comme...
This was my very first fresh baked ham and I have been cooking for 20 years! I loved the simplicity of this recipe, as I don't like too many flavors getting in the way of the flavor of the ham. My whole family enjoyed this recipe very much and I would make it again. I made a...
Cooking ham hocks couldn't be easier. To make perfect homemade ham hocks, saute the hocks in a skillet over medium heat, making sure to get them crispy and brown. Pour in some vegetable broth (plus any desired seasonings), then cover the skillet and pop it in the oven for 2 to 3 ...
Par-cooking them will yield a soup texture instead of stew, which is fine if that’s what you prefer. But I like stew, and in order to get that, the beans need to literally cook with the ham hock and as they do, they’ll shed the outer coating which will break down into the ...
This recipe can be done in the slow cooker, crock pot or multi-cooker. Follow instructions for cooking beans. With leftover beans, you'll need to add water when you reheat because the broth usually thickens. To make refried beans, simply mash the beans, add a little oil to the skillet...
Step 5 – Remove bone.Once the beans are tender you can use tongs to remove the ham from the pot and then use forms to pull off any hams that has remained on it, or to break up any large pieces of ham hock. Add the ham back to the pot and dispose of the bone. ...
Ham hocks are the shank portion of the pig leg that sits above the foot or trotter. This is a dense meat on the bone surrounded by some fat and skin. The hock benefits from low and slow cooking to get it really tender. While hocks are not generally eaten as stand-alone cuts, they ...
Cooking instructions Step 1Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Step 2Once the oil is hot, add the chopped onion, green beans, cubed leftover ham, and seasonings to the skillet, sauteing for 10 minutes until the green beans are cooked. Step 3Serve...
Want To Know More About Slow Cooking? If you are new to cooking with a Crock Pot or just don’t know where to start, I’ve got something to help. I’ve put together a helpful guide with tips and recipes to get you using a slow cooker like a pro! How To Get Started With Slo...