Green Bean Soup

Name: Green Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12 lbs ham hocks; 8 sprigs parsley; 1 small onion, minced; 1 ½ cups potatoes; ½ cup light cream (or milk); 2 teaspoons salt; 7 whole allspice; 4 sprigs summer savory (or 1 tsp dried); 4 cups green beans (fresh or canned); 1 tablespoon butter

Eats Now Editorial Team · 322 kcal · Soups & Stews

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Green Bean Soup – a delicious recipe with ham hocks, parsley, onion, potatoes, light cream, salt. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Soups & Stews

Servings: persons

1 12 lbs ham hocks
8 sprigs parsley
1 small onion, minced
1 ½ cups potatoes
½ cup light cream (or milk)
2 teaspoons salt
7 whole allspice
4 sprigs summer savory (or 1 tsp dried)
4 cups green beans (fresh or canned)
1 tablespoon butter

1
Place ham bone in soup kettle and cover with water.
2
Put allspice, parsley, and summer savory in cheesecloth bag and put in kettle.
3
Simmer 2 hours.
4
Remove ham hocks/bones and peel as much meat off as you can.
5
Discard the bones, keep the meat.
6
Add onion, potatoes, and beans.
7
Cook until vegetables are tender (about 20-30 minutes).
8
Remove spice ball.
9
Add cream, butter, and salt just before serving.

322

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 12 lbs ham hocks, 8 sprigs parsley, 1 small onion, minced, 1 ½ cups potatoes, and more.

Yes, Green Bean Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
322 kcal
Category
Soups & Stews

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