Green Beans

• 2 or 3 lbs freshly cut green beans or 5 to 6 cans green beans
• 1 small onion (cubed)
• 3 small potatoes (cubed) (optional)
• 5 - 6 cups boiling water
• 1 smoked ham hock (cut into strips)
• 2 tsp. paprika
• 2 tsp. seasoned salt
• 2 tsp. onion powder
• 1 tsp. cayenne crushed red pepper (optional)
• 1/2 tsp. black pepper

Wash green beans and place them to the side.

In a large or medium pot, bring water to a boil. Add ham hock and seasonings. Reduce heat and let cook for about thirty minutes. (It is important that the meat is almost done before you add the vegetables or your vegetables will cook faster than your meat which defeats the purpose of having meat.)

Add your beans, onions, and potatoes. Cover with a lid. Cook for twenty to thirty minutes on medium.

• Yields: 6-8 servings
• Preparation Time: 1 hour