Smoked Ham Hock And Lima Bean Stew

Ingredients

• 1 medium onion, peeled, rinsed, and chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 smoked ham hocks
• 8 cups water
• 1 pound frozen lima beans
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• Salt to taste (optional)

Method

1. 1 Peel, rinse, and chop the onion. Peel and mince the garlic.
2. 2 In a large pot over high heat, add ham hocks and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Add onion and garlic. Cover and cook until meat is tender (about 30-40 minutes).
3. 3 Transfer ham hocks to a cutting board to cool. Add lima beans to the pot and cook according to package directions.
4. 4 Once cool, shred meat from the bones, removing any fat. Return meat to the pot.
5. 5 Stir in pepper and salt to taste. Serve hot.