Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 1 Ham Bone (with some meat still attached)
  • 4 Medium Potatoes (chopped (peeled or not, it doesn't matter))
  • 2 Cups Fresh Green Beans (snapped and chopped in 1-2" pieces)
  • Water
  • Pepper (to taste)

Instruction

  • Cut around the center bone in the ham, leaving a good inch or more of meat attached.
  • Place the bone in a large stock pot and fill with water just until it covers the bone.
  • Turn the heat to a 4-5 or medium low to medium heat. The water will come to a soft boil. Allow the meat/bone to cook all day or at least 3-4 hours.
  • Add more water as needed to keep the bone covered.
  • One hour before dinner,remove the bone and meat to a cutting board, the meat should just fall off. Shred the meat and place it back in the pot, discarding the bone.
  • Add the green beans and place back on the heat.
  • Allow to cook for 30 more minutes and then add the chopped potatoes and pepper.
  • Cook until the potatoes are tender and serve.