Pole Beans and New Potatoes

"Simple yummy southern tasting side dish. Pole beans are larger than everyday green beans (Kentucky wonder is a favorite variety). Try to find tender beans that do not have a heavy "string"; they will cook in the same amount of time as the potatoes."
 
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Ready In:
1hr 15mins
Ingredients:
4
Serves:
4-6
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ingredients

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directions

  • String the beans.
  • Peel the potatoes or cut them in half.
  • Put the beans in the bottom of a heavy saucepan.
  • Add the potatoes, ham hock, and water.
  • Simmer, covered, until the potatoes are done, about 30 to 45 minutes.

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Reviews

  1. Caryn, this was so simple to make and had such excellent flavor to it!! DH was in a mood for some Southern food so we had fried chicken and made this as a side dish. Thanks this is a keeper!
     
  2. This is definitely quintessential Southern fare. We used B-sized new potatoes and fresh beans. Thanks for this recipe Caryn!
     
  3. This is southren cooking at its best. I know this is the way we do it and what a wonderful taste. My Brother loves love his pole bean and potatoes. Nice to see such a simple recipe on here. Thank You
     
  4. Thank you for posting this- I remember my Grandma making pole beans this way- Great recipe!
     
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