Ham shank, brats, collards and beans

I got hungry for some of Mom's cooking so I went looking for ham hocks.  Apparently it is too early to get them but I found some meaty ham shanks.

FOR THE GREENS

2 lbs.. collard greens, stemmed and well washed

4 T. brown sugar

1 lar.. onion, peeled and diced large

1/2 C cider vinegar

2 Tbs. Kosher salt

2 Tbs. cracked black pepper

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

2 fresh ham hocks, about  

2 or 3 brats

Simmer 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

Also for dinner cornbread.

Navy beans

1 (1 lb.) bag small white beans

6 c. water

Bring to boil, discard water, add 6 cups water, bring to boil, add

1 tbsp. brown sugar

1/8 tsp. ginger

1/4 tsp. cloves

1/2 tsp. cinnamon

1 can chicken broth

2 lb. cooked ham cut in pieces

Few dashes sherry

Salt and pepper to taste

2 ham hocks

2 or 3 brats.

Simmer to taste 1 1/2 hours or until beans are tender