This is a great recipe for Thanksgiving or any holiday. It has been in my family for many years. Hope you enjoy it.
Preparation Time
40 mins
Cooking Time
4 hr
Total Time
4 hr 40 mins
Calories
144 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Place the water in a large pot, and mix in the green beans, ham hock, onion, garlic, and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, and cook 10 minutes.
Step 2
Reduce heat to low, and simmer 4 hours. Remove the ham hock, and slice the meat into small pieces. Return meat to the beans, and serve.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon salt
¼ cup distilled white vinegar
1 onion, chopped
2 quarts water
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 ham hock
½ tablespoon black pepper
4 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and snapped into 1 1/2 inch pieces