Smothered Greens with Ham Hock Gravy Recipe

Name: Smothered Greens with Ham Hock Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 3 cups thinly sliced onions; Salt; Cayenne; 4 bay leaves; 2 tablespoons chopped garlic; 8 cups chicken stock; 3 pounds ham hocks (about 4 medium-size hocks); 2 bunches (about 2 1/4 pounds) each of collards and mustard greens, thoroughly washed, picked over for blemished leaves, and tough stems removed; 1 cup water

Servings: persons

1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups thinly sliced onions
Salt
Cayenne
4 bay leaves
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
8 cups chicken stock
3 pounds ham hocks (about 4 medium-size hocks)
2 bunches (about 2 1/4 pounds) each of collards and mustard greens, thoroughly washed, picked over for blemished leaves, and tough stems removed
1 cup water

1
Combine the oil and flour in a 8 quart pot over medium heat and stir with a wooden spoon until smooth.
2
Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, to make a blond roux, about 8 minutes.
3
Add the onions to the roux.
4
Season with salt and cayenne.
5
Cook the onions for about 4 to 6 minutes, or until the onions are soft.
6
Add the bay leaves and garlic and continue to cook for 2 minutes.
7
Add the stock and ham hocks.
8
Bring the liquid to a boil and reduce to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
9
Simmer the liquid for about 2 hours, or until the hocks are very tender.
10
Add the greens, by the handful, until all of them are combined in the mixture.
11
They will wilt.
12
Add the water.
13
Simmer until the greens are very tender and the mixture is thick, about 45 minutes.
14
Remove the bay leaves and serve warm.

1783

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

212

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 3 cups thinly sliced onions, Salt, and more.

Yes, Smothered Greens with Ham Hock Gravy falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Smothered Greens with Ham Hock Gravy

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