Best 9 Boiled Potatoes And Green Beans Recipes

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If you're looking for a simple yet flavorful side dish that's packed with nutrients, look no further than boiled potatoes and green beans. This classic combination is a staple in many households and for good reason. It's easy to make, affordable, and goes well with a variety of entrees. Plus, it's a great way to get your daily dose of vitamins and minerals. In this article, we'll share our favorite recipe for boiled potatoes and green beans, as well as some tips and tricks for making sure they turn out perfectly every time.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

GREEN BEANS AND POTATOES



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A good side dish when your guests are vegetarians and meat lovers. (As in my house.)

Provided by Krista B.

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups thinly sliced potatoes
2 cups frozen green beans
½ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
1 cup vegetable broth, divided
1 teaspoon cornstarch
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat combine potatoes, green beans, thyme, pepper, Worcestershire sauce and 3/4 cup of broth. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • In a small bowl blend remaining broth and cornstarch. Stir in parsley; add to potato mixture. Cook, stirring, until bubbly and thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.7 calories, Carbohydrate 18.3 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 2.1 g, Sodium 99.3 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

GREEN BEANS AND POTATOES



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I came across this recipe on thatsmyhome.com. It is really simple. Perfect side dish for any meal.

Provided by SouthernBell2627

Categories     Potato

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 lbs fresh green beans
6 -8 medium size new potatoes
8 slices bacon
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Wash beans thoroughly. Snap off ends and remove strings.
  • Break into 2 inch pieces.
  • Peel potatoes and cut in half.
  • In a large pot fry bacon, just until it starts to brown.
  • Add the beans and potatoes.
  • Cover with water. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer on medium for about 1 hour.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.
  • ****I also threw some onions in the pot as well. The onions added a little more flavor.

POTATO AND GREEN BEAN SALAD



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Whether eaten warm or out of the fridge, this bright, crunchy potato salad pairs perfectly with grilled meats like pork, steak or chicken.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 ounces green beans
2 pounds peeled small potatoes
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 teaspoons lemon juice
4 teaspoons whole-grain mustard
2 teaspoons chopped thyme leaves
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
Coarse salt

Steps:

  • Simmer green beans in salted water until barely tender and bright green, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon or wire-mesh skimmer, and transfer to a bowl of ice water. Drain, and pat dry. Add potatoes to the same pot of salted water, and simmer until tender, about 12 minutes. Drain potatoes, and halve them. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, and thyme in a large bowl. Add potatoes, beans, and red onion. Gently toss. Season with salt.

CRAZY-SIMPLE COTTAGE HAM, POTATOES, AND GREEN BEANS



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Cottage ham is one of my favorite dishes to eat because it's rich in flavor and incredibly simple to make. Requiring only five ingredients and five minutes of prep time, this dish could quickly become a go-to meal in your household. If you can't wait the hour it takes to cook, drop it in a slow cooker in the morning, and it'll be ready when you get home.

Provided by Michael Harr

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham     Whole

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (3 pound) cottage ham
4 russet potatoes, peeled and halved lengthwise
3 (14.5 ounce) cans cut green beans, drained
1 white onion, sliced thickly
water to cover

Steps:

  • Put ham into a Dutch oven. Arrange potato halves, green beans, and onion slices around the ham. Pour enough water into the pot to cover the vegetables completely.
  • Place a cover on the pot and bring the water to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer mixture until potatoes are completely soft, about 55 minutes.
  • Remove ham to a cutting board to slice to desired thickness; serve with vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 721.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 127.1 mg, Fat 42.4 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 47.4 g, SaturatedFat 15.1 g, Sodium 3460.5 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

SOUTHERN GREEN BEANS AND POTATOES



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If you're looking for green bean recipes, there's a good chance you'll stumble on a Southern interpretation of this soulful side. Our version uses fresh green beans and potatoes, but we have a fun trick-we peel a thin strip around the middle of each potato before cooking for textural contrast and pretty presentation.

Provided by Carla Hall

Time 37m

Yield Serves 4 (serving size: about 1 cup)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, halved and very thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, sliced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
3 cups unsalted chicken stock
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 pounds small red and gold potatoes,a strip peeled from the center of each
1 pound green beans, trimmed

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a 5-quart saucepan over medium-high. Add onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and red pepper, and cook, stirring frequently, until onion is tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Add stock, salt, and potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a steady simmer. Simmer 10 minutes or until the potatoes are just tender enough to be pierced with a fork but still firm.
  • Add green beans, cover, and simmer until very tender, about 6 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the potatoes and green beans to a serving dish. Bring the liquid to a boil, and cook until reduced to 1 cup, about 6 minutes. Spoon over the vegetables, and gently fold to mix. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198, Carbohydrate 39 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 346 mg, Sugar 8 g

GREEN BEANS AND POTATOES



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This southern classic is always a hit! Fresh fro the garden or not, it's still delicious.

Provided by The Southern Lady Cooks

Categories     Main Course     Side Dish

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs fresh, frozen or canned green beans ((If fresh, remove ends and break into pieces and wash the beans))
6 or 7 red potatoes (cut in pieces (I have made this using any kind of potatoes))
1 to 2 cups chicken broth or 1 (14.5 ounce can (You don't have to use the chicken broth. I just think it makes them better))
1 ham hock (Can use cooked ham, bacon, pork jowl or salt pork about a half cup, chopped)
2 to 3 cups water
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup finely diced onion (Optional)
1 teaspoon minced garlic (Optional)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large pot, bring to a boil, then turn to medium low and cook about 1 1/2 hours until potatoes are done and water has cooked down. You can also do this in the crockpot and let cook on low 6 to 7 hours or high 4 hours.

BOILED POTATOES AND GREEN BEANS



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This simple side dish is just what you need when serving a rich main course.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound (about 8) baby red potatoes
Coarse Salt
3/4 pound green beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon butter
Salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place baby red potatoes in a large saucepan; add enough water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil; add coarse salt, and cook until potatoes are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon; slice in half.
  • Add green beans to boiling water; cover, and cook until crisp-tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Drain; transfer vegetables to a medium bowl. Add butter; season with salt and ground pepper. Toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g

OLD SOUTH GREEN BEANS AND POTATOES



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An old southern recipe from Mississippi for green beans and potatoes. You can delete the bacon or ham hock and they still taste good. Green beans adds a special taste to potatoes and I love it.

Provided by STARTERWIFE

Categories     Potato

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 CUPS, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 lbs fresh green beans
2 slices bacon or 1 ham hock
3 medium potatoes
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In pot cover green beans with water and boil till tender with potatoes and bacon (or ham hock); drain.
  • Add your favorite seasoning (I like butter, salt, and pepper).
  • Remember ham hocks take a little longer than green beans, so if you use a ham hock, boil it first till tender then add the rest and cook. I personally never use ham hock due to fat content--I usually just use the bacon strips. I only listed it here as it was in the old south recipe.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.6, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 2.7, Sodium 56.5, Carbohydrate 43.7, Fiber 9.6, Sugar 8.6, Protein 7.8

GREEN BEAN AND FINGERLING POTATO SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Potato     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Green Bean     Chill     Gourmet

Yield Serves 12 as part of a buffet

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds purple and/or white fingerling potatoes, scrubbed
1 pound green beans, trimmed
1/4 cup chopped mixed fresh herbs such as chives and garlic chives (with blossoms, if desired) and thyme, parsley, mint and summer savory leaves
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In a large kettle, simmer potatoes in salted water to cover until tender when pierced with a fork, about 10 minutes, and drain in a large colander.
  • In a large saucepan, cook beans in 3 inches salted boiling water over high heat until crisp-tender, about 3 to 5 minutes. With tongs or a slotted spoon, transfer beans to colander with potatoes and drain well.
  • In a large bowl, toss together warm potatoes, beans, herbs, oil, zest, and salt and pepper to taste. Salad may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
  • Serve salad warm or at room temperature.

Tips:

  • For perfectly cooked potatoes, choose firm, waxy varieties like Yukon Gold or Red Bliss. Avoid using starchy potatoes like Russets, as they tend to become mushy when boiled.
  • To ensure even cooking, cut the potatoes into uniform sizes. Smaller potatoes will cook faster than larger ones, so adjust the cooking time accordingly.
  • Season the boiling water generously with salt. This will help flavor the potatoes and prevent them from becoming bland.
  • Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them immediately and transfer them to a serving bowl. This will help prevent them from becoming waterlogged.
  • For a healthier option, steam the potatoes instead of boiling them. Steaming preserves more of the potatoes' nutrients and results in a lighter, fluffier texture.
  • To enhance the flavor of the green beans, sauté them in butter or olive oil with garlic, salt, and pepper before serving.
  • For a more vibrant color, blanch the green beans in boiling water for a few minutes before transferring them to an ice bath. This will stop the cooking process and preserve the beans' bright green color.
  • Serve the boiled potatoes and green beans with a variety of dipping sauces, such as ranch dressing, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce.

Conclusion:

Boiled potatoes and green beans is a simple yet satisfying dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course. With a few simple tips and tricks, you can easily create a delicious and healthy meal that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give boiled potatoes and green beans a try.

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