When most people think about ham hocks, the first thing that comes to mind is the depth of flavor you get from adding them to delicious comfort food dishes like black-eyed peas. It's not the fanciest ...

1. In a soup pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the butter and when it is foaming, add the onion, garlic, thyme sprigs, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, for 5 ...

It’s easy to confuse with a ham bone, but they’re actually different. Find out why—and what a ham hock can do for your recipes. You can order a deli meat ham sandwich at a sub shop, and many American ...

This delicious 15 Bean Slow Cooker Soup recipe is easy to put together, packed with a variety of veggies and beans, and slow cooks to perfection in as little as 6 hours for a great family meal! This ...

On a cold, wet day in winter, I like to have something cooking slowly, something that fills the kitchen with fragrant aromas and that promises, come dinnertime, a comforting meal. I also want ...

I'm trying to make things easier on myself this January. After a lovely and decadent holiday, I'm spending time getting back to routine — making lists, laying out a week's worth of work outfits and ...

A bean stew is an excellent source of protein. Red kidney beans can be used in the place of white beans. You can also make this soup by using leftover red or white beans. Feel free to substitute your ...

In cold weather, I perk up simple suppers with a bit of smoke — that delicious flavor addition we associate with the grilling days of summer. I would happily enjoy smoked or grilled foods every day.