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. Getty Images / Shaiith You can order a deli meat ham sandwich at a sub ...

Ham hocks, also called pork knuckles, are actually a joint that connects a pig's foot to its leg. You can find smoked ham hocks in the meat department of your grocery store. They add depth to any soup ...