Down-Home Pinto Beans and Ham Hocks

1. 1

   Combine the beans, garlic, celery, ham hock, chicken broth, onion, carrot, tomato paste, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce in the crockpot.

2. 2

   Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, then check to make sure the beans are tender.

3. 3

   If its too thin for your taste, uncover and continue to cook for 2 hours more.

4. 4

   If not, uncover and cook for 1 hour more, or until thickened.

5. 5

   Transfer the ham hock to a cutting board.

6. 6

   Remove all the meat from the bone.

7. 7

   Chop the meat into pieces and return it to the crockpot, stirring to combine.

8. 8

   Serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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