Pinto Beans with Smoked Ham Hocks

Ingredients
1 lb Dried pinto beans (picked through and rinsed)

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2 Large smoked ham hocks (or 1 meaty ham shank)

1 Large yellow onion, diced

3 cloves Garlic, minced

6-8 cups Chicken broth or water (or a 50/50 mix)

1 tsp Black pepper

1/2 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional, for a tiny kick)

Salt to taste (Add only at the end!)