Pole Beans and New Potatoes

Submitted by Caryn

"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."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 15mins
• Ingredients: 4
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 2 lbs pole beans
• 2 lbs small new potatoes
• 1 smoked ham hock, about 1/2 pound
• 1⁄3 cup water

directions

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

Reviews

[Dana-MMH]

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!

 

[Recipewrestler]

This is definitely quintessential Southern fare. We used B-sized new potatoes and fresh beans. Thanks for this recipe Caryn!

 

[Braunda]

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

 

[Kizzikate]

Thank you for posting this- I remember my Grandma making pole beans this way- Great recipe!