Ham Hocks and Beans

Notice that this recipe doesn't call for ANY spices...not even salt and pepper. Yet I have nothing but great memories for mom's ham hocks and beans. Other recipes include garlic, oregano, bay leaf and pepper. Give it a try with or without embellishments.

• Ready In: 8 hrs 10 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 1 pot

Ingredients

• 2 -3  smoked ham hocks
• 1  bag  michigan  beans or 1  bag  other  dried beans
• 2  medium onions, chopped

Directions

1. Rinse the beans, soak in water overnight.
2. Put the beans and the water into a large pan.
3. Add the ham hocks and chopped onions.
4. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook all day, up to 8 hours.
5. More water can be added if needed or desired, depending on how thick you like your soup.