Green Beans With New Potatoes
Green Beans With New Potatoes is a hearty, traditional dish featuring tender green beans and small, flavorful new potatoes cooked with salt pork and bacon grease. This comforting recipe offers rich, smoky flavors, making it perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. It highlights simple, wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Wash the green beans twice or three times.
- Place the green beans in a kettle and cover with water.
- Add the salt pork (fatback) and approximately 3 tablespoons of bacon grease.
- Cook for about 45 minutes or until the beans are tender.
- Scrub the new potatoes and place them on top of the beans during the last part of cooking.
- Cook until the potatoes are tender.
Tips & Substitutions
For enhanced flavor, try using smoked bacon instead of fatback, which adds a nice depth to the dish. If green beans are out of season, frozen green beans work well as a substitute. To achieve a bit more richness, consider adding a splash of chicken broth along with the water. Adjust cooking time depending on the size of the potatoes; smaller ones will cook faster.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the green beans and new potatoes alongside grilled meats for a hearty meal. They pair beautifully with Medallions Of Pork Tenderloin, adding a fresh and vibrant side to the dish. For a complete dinner, consider serving with a light salad or some crusty bread to soak up the flavors.
Storage & Reheating
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, gently warm them in a pot on the stove with a splash of water to prevent drying out. You can also microwave them for a couple of minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even heating.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Green Beans With New Potatoes contains roughly 2513 calories, with 40g protein, 339g carbohydrates, and 111g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (143% of the Daily Value), dietary fiber (109% of the Daily Value), and potassium (106% of the Daily Value). It also contributes 31g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use frozen green beans for this recipe?
Yes, frozen green beans are a great alternative when fresh beans are not available. Just adjust the cooking time, as frozen beans may cook faster. Add them during the last 30 minutes of cooking to achieve the best texture.
What if I don't have fatback?
If fatback is unavailable, you can substitute with diced bacon or ham hock for a similar smoky flavor. Adjust the amount of bacon grease accordingly, as bacon will already add some fat to the dish.
How can I make this dish vegetarian?
To make this recipe vegetarian, omit the fatback and bacon grease, and use vegetable broth instead of water for cooking the beans. This will maintain flavor while keeping the dish plant-based. You might also consider adding some sautéed onions or garlic for extra depth.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).