Green Bean Soup

This hearty soup, thick with potatoes, carrots, chunks of ham and green beans is a favorite in many homes. Serve this soup with some wholesome brown bread. This recipe is in the From Oma's Kitchen Cookbook.

1 Meaty smoked ham bone

1 medium onion, chopped

10 cups / 2.5 L cold water

4 cups / 1 L green beans

4 carrots, chopped

4 medium potatoes, diced

1 tsp / 5 ml peppercorns in a spice bag

5 sprigs summer savory (when available)

1 tsp / 5 ml salt

½ cup / 125 ml sour cream

In a large pot, combine the ham, onions and water. Cook until the meat is tender, about 2 hours.

Prepare the beans, carrots and potatoes. Remove the ham and strain the broth. Return the broth to the pot. Add the prepared vegetables and peppercorns. Cook until tender. Season as desired and add the savory. Simmer ½ hour longer. Cut up the meat and return to the soup. If more water is required, add before the cream. Serve soup without cream and allow your guests to add cream at the table individually. Serves 10 people.