Collard Green and Ham Hock Soup with Potatoes

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the collard greens thoroughly and remove the tough stems. Chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.

2. 2

   In a large pot, add the ham hock and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 1 hour until the ham hock is tender.

3. 3

   While the ham hock is cooking, peel and chop the onion and garlic.

4. 4

   Once the ham hock is tender, remove it from the pot and set aside to cool. Discard the cooking water.

5. 5

   In the same pot, add the chicken broth, chopped onion, and garlic. Bring to a boil.

6. 6

   Peel and chop the potatoes into bite-sized pieces and add them to the pot.

7. 7

   Add the chopped collard greens to the pot. Season with salt and black pepper.

8. 8

   Shred the meat from the ham hock and add it back to the pot.

9. 9

   Reduce the heat and simmer the soup for about 30 minutes, or until the potatoes and collard greens are tender.

10. 10

    Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve hot.