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Smothered Greens With Ham Hock Gravy

AmericanPorkIntermediate180 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil
  • 0.3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 0.5 cup thinly sliced yellow onions
  • 0.5 tsp salt, to taste
  • 0.3 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tbsp chopped garlic
  • 4 cup chicken stock
  • 1 0.5 lb ham hocks, about 2 medium
  • 1 bunch collard greens, about 1 lb, tough stems removed and washed
  • 1 bunch mustard greens, about 1 lb, tough stems removed and washed
  • 0.5 cup water

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large 6-8 quart pot, combine the oil and flour over medium heat. Stir constantly with a wooden spoon to make a blond roux, about 8 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add the onions; season with salt and cayenne. Cook 4 to 6 minutes until soft. Add the bay leaves and garlic; cook 2 more minutes.

  3. 3

    Add the chicken stock and ham hocks. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook for about 2 hours until the hocks are very tender, stirring occasionally.

  4. 4

    Add the greens handful by handful — they will wilt down significantly. Add the water. Simmer for about 45 minutes more until the greens are very tender and the mixture is thick.

  5. 5

    Remove the bay leaves. Serve warm alongside your main dish.