Green Bean Soup

Name: Green Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 4 cups water; 2 cups fresh green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces; 1-1/2 cups cubed peeled potatoes; 1 cup cubed fully cooked ham; 1/2 cup thinly sliced carrot; 1 medium onion, diced; 1 bay leaf; 1 sprig fresh parsley; 1 sprig fresh savory or 1/4 teaspoon dried savory; 1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt, optional

This soup has been passed down for generations beginning with my great-grandmother. I make it often, especially when I can use homegrown beans, carrots, onions and potatoes.

Ingredients

4 cups water
2 cups fresh green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
1-1/2 cups cubed peeled potatoes
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1/2 cup thinly sliced carrot
1 medium onion, diced
1 bay leaf
1 sprig fresh parsley
1 sprig fresh savory or 1/4 teaspoon dried savory
1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional

Directions

In a large saucepan or soup kettle, combine all the ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Before serving, remove bay leaf and parsley and savory sprigs.