Creamed Greens & Ham Hock

Ingredients 
3 tablespoons olive oil 
1 medium white onion, finely chopped 
4 cloves smashed garlic 
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped 
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 
2 cups milk
1 cup heavy cream 
1 cup chicken stock 
½ tablespoon smoked paprika 
1 pound smoked ham hock or thick-cut smoked bacon 
1 pound collard greens, stems removed and coarsely chopped
1 pound Lacinato kale greens, stems removed, and coarsely chopped 
Kosher salt 
freshly ground black pepper 

Directions 
In a large dutch oven over medium heat, warm 2 tablespoons olive oil. Saute the shallots and garlic until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the red bell pepper and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in the milk, cream, stock, and smoked paprika; bring to a boil. 

Add the ham hock and stir in the greens; reduce heat to low. Simmer and cook until greens are tender and sauce thickens; about 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook with soul. Eat with pleasure.