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Smothered Green Beans and Potatoes

Smothered Green Beans and Potatoes for Ultimate Comfort

Smothered Green Beans and Potatoes is a comforting dish filled with Cajun flavors and hearty ingredients, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beans and Potatoes
  • 1 pound Green Beans Can use fresh, frozen, or drained canned green beans.
  • 1 pound Potatoes (Red or White) Use similar-sized pieces for even cooking; peeling is optional.
For the Flavor Base
  • 4 slices Smoked Bacon Provides savory, smoky flavor.
  • 1 cup Cubed Ham Can substitute with smoked sausage or pickled pork.
  • 1 large Yellow Onion Roughly chopped for robust flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Coarse chopped or smashed.
For the Roux and Seasoning
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Used for thickening.
  • 2 cups Chicken Stock Opt for low sodium for a healthier option.
  • 2 tablespoons Creole Seasoning Adjust based on heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances all the flavors.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare your ingredients: snip green bean ends, slice bacon and ham, chop onions, smash garlic, cut potatoes into similar-sized pieces.
  2. In a cold Dutch oven, add sliced bacon and heat over medium. Cook for 8-10 minutes until crispy. Remove bacon and leave fat.
  3. In the same pot, add cubed ham, searing for about 3-4 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside with bacon.
  4. Add all-purpose flour to hot grease, stirring for about 5 minutes to make roux. Should turn light brown and smell nutty.
  5. Add chopped onions, cooking for 5-6 minutes until soft. Then add smashed garlic and Creole seasoning, cooking for 2 more minutes.
  6. Deglaze with 1/2 cup chicken stock, scraping the bottom with a wooden spoon.
  7. Add green beans and seared ham back into the pot, adding enough chicken stock to cover. Bring to boil, then reduce to simmer and cover.
  8. After 30 minutes, add chopped potatoes and simmer for another 15 minutes until tender.
  9. Check doneness, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  10. Finally, crumble back in cooked bacon and simmer uncovered until desired thickness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Opt for fresh beans for best flavor. Stir occasionally while cooking for even distribution of flavors.

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