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Southern Green Beans with Smoked Turkey and Potatoes

Slow-simmered Southern green beans with tender smoked turkey, potatoes, onion, garlic, and savory broth.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds fresh green beans washed and trimmed
  • 1 pound smoked turkey legs or necks
  • 8 cups chicken broth turkey broth, or water
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 4 to 5 medium russet potatoes peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 teaspoons seasoned salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Method
 

  1. Place the smoked turkey in a large pot and pour in the broth or water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for about 1 hour, or until the turkey is tender.
  2. Remove the turkey from the pot, keeping all the cooking liquid. When cool enough to handle, remove and discard the skin and bones, then shred or dice the meat.
  3. Add the green beans, shredded turkey, onion, and garlic to the pot. Stir in the seasoned salt and black pepper.
  4. Return to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes. Add the potatoes and stir gently.
  5. Cover and simmer for another 20 to 30 minutes, until the potatoes and green beans are tender to your preference. Taste and adjust the seasoning before serving.