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Slow Cooker Amish Ham and Green Beans

A comforting dish with smoked ham and fresh vegetables, perfect for busy days. This slow cooker recipe offers rich flavors and a hearty meal at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 to 2 1/2 pounds smoked ham hocks (or meaty ham shanks)
  • 2 pounds fresh green beans, ends trimmed and snapped in half
  • 2 pounds yellow potatoes, scrubbed and cut into quarters
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the smoked ham hocks at the bottom of a large slow cooker (5–7 quarts).
  2. Scatter the quartered yellow potatoes over the ham.
  3. Add the trimmed green beans on top.
  4. Slowly pour the chicken broth over everything in the slow cooker.
Cooking
  1. Put the lid on the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 4 to 5 hours until the ham is very tender, the green beans are soft, and the potatoes can be easily pierced with a fork.
  2. Carefully transfer the ham hocks to a cutting board or plate.
  3. Remove and discard the skin, bones, and any large fatty pieces.
  4. Shred or chop the remaining ham into chunky bite-size pieces.
  5. Add the shredded ham back into the slow cooker and stir gently to combine with the green beans, potatoes, and broth.
  6. Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Serving
  1. Ladle the ham, green beans, and potatoes into bowls, serving hot with plenty of the clear broth.

Notes

This dish pairs well with crusty bread or cornbread. For a complete meal, consider adding a green salad on the side. Allow leftovers to cool completely before storing in an airtight container. For freezing, use a freezer-safe container.