Braised Collard Greens With Ham Hocks Recipe

Name: Braised Collard Greens With Ham Hocks Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 180 min
Total time: 185 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds (680g) meaty smoked ham hocks (see note); 2 medium yellow onions (about 1 pound; 450g), sliced into 2-inch lengths; 4 medium cloves garlic, crushed; 2 quarts (1.9L) homemade chicken stock, low-sodium store-bought chicken broth, or water; 3 pounds (1.3kg) collard greens, woody stems trimmed and leaves cut into thick ribbons; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; Apple cider vinegar, to taste (optional)