My Grandma's Best Southern Ham and Beans Recipe

My Grandma's Best Southern Ham and Beans Recipe

from imperfectlyhappy.com
190 min
8 servings

This is a delicious budget-friendly meal. And if you have a big crowd, this recipe is easily doubled so everyone can enjoy it!

Ingredients

  • 1 lbs of dry pinto beans (or whatever bean you prefer)
  • 4 or 5 smoked ham hocks (or use diced leftover ham, about 1/2 - 3/4 lbs should do it)
  • 1 large yellow onion (chopped)
  • 2 – 3 teaspoons of black pepper
  • 1 bay leaf (optional)
  • Salt to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Wash the beans (you don’t have to soak them overnight with this method)

  2. 2

    Put the beans, ham hocks, chopped onion, pepper and bay leaf in a large stock pot and cover with water.

  3. 3

    Bring to boil and then turn down to a low simmer.

  4. 4

    Cover and let simmer low for several hours.

  5. 5

    Stir and check often – you may need to add a bit more water, but only enough to keep everything covered

  6. 6

    Beans will be tender and the sauce will thicken up.

  7. 7

    Break up the meat into the beans and serve in a bowl with warm corn bread.