Ham Hock Stock

ACTIVE: 10 MIN
TOTAL TIME: 2 HRS 30 MIN
SERVINGS: makes 3 1/2 quarts

•BASIC-EASY
•MAKE-AHEAD

4 smoked ham hocks
1 carrot, chopped
1 onion, quartered
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon peppercorns
4 quarts water

Bring all of the ingredients to a boil in a large soup pot. Cover partially and simmer until the ham hock stock is flavorful and the meat is falling off the bones, about 2 hours. Strain the stock and skim off any fat from the surface.

Make Ahead The ham hock stock can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month. Serve With Missouri Baby Back Ribs with Apple Slaw.

Ham Hock Stock

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