Country Green Beans

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Makes

4 servings

Updated: Sep. 30, 2022
This deliciously different way to dress up green beans is sure to become a family favorite at your house, too. The garlic, chopped ham and onion blend so well with the beans. It's a beautiful and tasty side dish that has real country appeal. -Linda Gaido, New Brighton, Pennsylvania

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup cubed fully cooked ham
  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender. Drain if necessary.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 151 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 529mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein.