Southern Green Beans with Ham and Potatoes

Step 1

Heat a large stock pot over medium high heat. Dice the country ham into bite-sized pieces. Once the pot is hot, add the country ham and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the ham is light pink and starting to brown on the edges.

Step 2

Add the onion. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.

Step 4

Add the green beans and potatoes to the pot.

Step 5

Pour the chicken broth over the top of the vegetables.

Step 6

Add the Cajun seasoning, ground black pepper and red pepper flakes. Add salt to taste.

Step 7

Bring the pot to a boil, then cover it with a lid, reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 30 minutes. The green beans and potatoes should be fork tender when they’re done.

Step 8

Remove the pot from the heat and allow the beans and potatoes to sit for at least 15 minutes. The vegetables will continue to absorb the flavors of the ham and the broth as they sit.

Step 9

Season with additional salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 10

Combine all the ingredients in the crock of a 6-quart slow cooker.

Step 11

Stir everything to combine.

Step 12

Cook on high for 3 hours or on low for 6 hours.

Step 13

Turn on the SAUTE function the Instant pot. Once the pot is hot, add the diced country ham and cook until the ham turns light pink and starts to brown around the edges, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 14

Add the onion and sauté for about 8-10 minutes until it is translucent. Add the garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.

Step 15

Turn off the SAUTE function. Add the green beans and potatoes to the pot. Pour in the chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, ground black pepper and red pepper flakes. Stir everything to combine.

Step 16

Seal the lid on the Instant Pot. Set the function to MANUAL and the time for six minutes. Once the time is up, allow the pressure to release naturally or do a quick release.

Step 17

Allow the green beans to sit for 15 minutes before serving.