Description
Hearty Crockpot Ham, Green Beans, and Potatoes merge classic comfort with effortless cooking, creating a satisfying one-pot meal that warms family gatherings. Southern-style simplicity shines through tender ham, crisp green beans, and creamy potatoes you’ll savor to the last delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) boneless ham, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 pound (454 grams) fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 pound (454 grams) baby potatoes, halved or quartered
Aromatic Ingredients:
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Liquid:
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) chicken or vegetable broth
Instructions
- Arrange the ham, green beans, potatoes, onion, and garlic inside the slow cooker, creating an even layer of ingredients.
- Blend the dried thyme, rosemary, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small mixing bowl to create a uniform seasoning mixture.
- Evenly distribute the herb blend across the top of the ingredients, ensuring comprehensive coverage and flavor distribution.
- Gently pour the broth over the entire contents, allowing the liquid to settle between the layers of ham, vegetables, and seasonings.
- Secure the crockpot lid and set the temperature to low for a gentle 6-8 hour cooking process, or choose high heat for a quicker 3-4 hour preparation.
- Monitor the potatoes’ tenderness and green beans’ texture during cooking, adjusting time if needed to achieve desired doneness.
- Once cooking is complete, use a large spoon to serve the hearty mixture, ensuring each portion contains a balanced mix of ham, vegetables, and aromatic herbs.
- Plate immediately while the dish remains warm and the flavors are at their peak intensity.
Notes
- Opt for low-sodium ham to control salt intake and create a healthier meal option.
- Slice potatoes uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Experiment with smoked or honey-glazed ham varieties to add depth and unique flavor profiles.
- Consider using fresh green beans instead of frozen for a crisper, more vibrant vegetable texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg