*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                                Ham Stock

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Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Meats                            Soups

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2                    Smoked pork hocks -- to 3
   6      cups          Water -- up to 7
   1      medium        Onion -- chpd
   1      large         Garlic clove -- minced
   1      large         Bay leaf

In Dutch oven, combine all. Cover, bring to boil. Simmer 1 hr or until
 stock is nicely flavored. Remove pot from heat. Discard hocks. Skim fat.
Strain through sieve and measure. If there are fewer than 6c of liquid,
 add enough water to yield this amount. Makes 6c.
 Gives soup a wonderful smoked meat flavor.

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