Down-South Style Green Beans

Ingredients

• 6 cups of water
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper  
• 1 pound fresh green beans - rinsed, trimmed and snapped into bite size pieces 
• 1 ham hock 
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 tablespoons lard or other cooking fat 
• 1 teaspoon seasoning salt 
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Method

1. Firstly, mix the water, ham hock, and lard in a large pot over medium-high heat. 
2. Season with  pepper, garlic powder, seasoning salt, salt,, and onion powder. 
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, and add green beans. 
4. Finally, Simmer covered for about two hrs.