Make Name: Smoky Ham Hock and Bean Soup
Recipe Name: Smoky Ham Hock and Bean Soup
Ingredients:
- 1 ham hock
- 1 cup pinto beans
- 1 cup navy beans
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup baby carrots, chopped
- 6 cups chicken broth
Instructions:
1. In a large pot, combine the ham hock, pinto beans, navy beans, garlic, baby carrots, and chicken broth.
2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
3. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for about 2 hours, or until the beans are tender and the ham hock is falling off the bone.
4. Remove the ham hock from the pot and shred the meat, discarding the bone and any excess fat.
5. Return the shredded ham back to the pot and stir to combine.
6. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve the smoky ham hock and bean soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Enjoy your delicious and hearty soup!