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Dixie Green Beans and Potatoes
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Ready In: 40 Minutes
Servings: 8
Traditional southern method for cooking green beans. Great way to use leftover ham. Can substitute smoked ham hocks or bacon. Season with salt according to saltiness of meat.
Ingredients:
2 lbs fresh green beans, tips removed and cut in half
1 1/2 lbs new potatoes, cut in half if large
1 1/2 cups cooked ham, cubed
1/2 cup onion, diced
1/2 tablespoon rosemary
1/2 tablespoon lemon pepper
2 cups water
Directions:
1. In a medium hot pot cook ham and onion until it begins to brown (about 4-5 minutes).
2. Add water and stir scraping brown bits off bottom of pan.
3. Add green beans, potatoes, and seasonings.
4. Cover and cook 25-35 minutes until fork tender.
By RecipeOfHealth.com