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Delicious Southern style green beans and potatoes cooked with herbs and spices.

Green Beans and Potatoes

A warm and comforting side dish combining tender potatoes and crisp green beans, seasoned to perfection for a nostalgic home-cooked experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound fresh green beans Trimmed and washed
  • 1 pound red potatoes Cut into even chunks
  • 1 medium onion Chopped (optional for sweetness)
  • 2 cups chicken broth For richer flavor (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon butter Stirred in at the end for a silky finish (optional)
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 clove garlic Minced (optional for added flavor)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and trim the green beans, and cut the potatoes into even-sized chunks.
  2. Chop the onion and set aside (if using).
Cooking
  1. In a large pot, combine the potatoes, chicken broth (or water), salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
  2. Once the potatoes start to soften (after about 10 minutes), add the green beans and onion.
  3. Reduce the heat and let simmer gently until the potatoes are tender but not falling apart and the beans are bright green (about 10-15 more minutes).
  4. Stir in butter if desired and adjust seasoning as needed.

Notes

For best results, cut potatoes evenly and keep the simmer gentle. This dish can be made ahead and reheated gently. It can also be frozen but may change texture.