#ham hocks

Carbonara Soup —

Edit: my new goal for every food pic is for there to be just enough vegetables that people on here are surprised I’m American.

note: if you don’t have five spice powder, caraway and nutmeg can kind of work as a substitute for the fennel and star anise. It’s not the same though

Louisiana Red Beans and Rice

This flavorsome dish from the American South combines black-eyed peas, onion, ham hock and long-grain rice in a satisfying, simmered pilaf. A sprinkling of smoked Cheddar cheese melts lusciously over the top.

Southern Collard Greens

Here's a great way to get a smoky flavor in your greens without using ham hocks. This recipe will work with any type of greens, but you may need to adjust the cooking time.