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SLOW COOKER GREEN BEANS, HAM AND POTATOES

Tender green beans, savory ham and hearty potatoes slow-cooked in a savory broth until everything is meltingly tender. An easy, one-pot comfort meal perfect for weeknights or a simple family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1 lb ham, cooked and cubed use smoked ham or leftover ham steak
  • 2 lb red potatoes, quartered leave skin on if desired
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika optional, for extra smoky flavor
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch optional, to thicken sauce
  • 2 tbsp cold water for cornstarch slurry

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Place the trimmed green beans, cubed ham and quartered potatoes into the slow cooker.
  • Add the diced onion and minced garlic over the vegetables and ham.
  • Pour in the chicken broth, then add the butter, salt, pepper, dried thyme and smoked paprika. Stir gently to combine.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 7 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until potatoes are tender and green beans are cooked through.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, whisk the cornstarch with the cold water to make a slurry. Stir the slurry into the slow cooker 15 minutes before serving and allow to cook until sauce thickens.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
  • Serve warm, spooning the ham, beans and potatoes into bowls and ladling some cooking liquid over each portion.

Notes

Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat nicely on the stovetop or in the microwave. For a vegetarian version, omit the ham and use vegetable broth with a smoked paprika boost.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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