Ingredients:
1 1/2 lbs ham hocks
8 sprigs parsley
1 small onions, minced
1 1/2 cups potatoes
1/2 cup light cream ( or milk)
2 teaspoons salt
7 whole allspice
4 sprigs summer savory ( or 1 tsp dried)
4 cups green beans ( fresh or canned)
1 tablespoon butter
Directions:
Place ham bone in soup kettle and cover with water.
Put allspice, parsley, and summer savory in cheesecloth bag and put in kettle.
Simmer 2 hours.
Remove ham hocks/bones and peel as much meat off as you can. Discard the bones, keep the meat.
Add onion, potatoes, and beans.
Cook until vegetables are tender (about 20-30 minutes).
Remove spice ball.
Add cream, butter, and salt just before serving.
Servings: 4-6
Time preparation: 10 min.
Time total: 160 min.