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### Ingredients
* 1 ½ – 2 lbs cooked ham, cubed (use leftovers or a smoked ham steak)
* 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
* 1 ½ lbs baby potatoes or red potatoes, halved
* 1 small onion, diced
* 3–4 cups chicken broth or water (enough to mostly cover ingredients)
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* Salt and black pepper, to taste
* Optional: 1 tsp smoked paprika or a bay leaf for added flavor
* Butter, for finishing (optional)
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### How to Make Crockpot Ham, Green Beans & Potatoes
1. **Prep Ingredients**
Wash and cut potatoes, trim the green beans, and cube the ham.
2. **Layer in Crockpot**
Add potatoes to the bottom, then ham, green beans, onions, and garlic on top. Season with salt, pepper, and any optional spices.
3. **Add Liquid**
Pour in enough chicken broth or water to just cover the ingredients.
4. **Slow Cook**
Cover and cook on **low for 6–8 hours** or **high for 3–4 hours**, until potatoes are tender and flavors have melded together.
5. **Finish and Serve**
Taste and adjust seasoning. Add a pat of butter for richness if desired. Serve warm, straight from the pot!
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### Tips & Variations
* **Use leftover holiday ham** for a flavorful and frugal twist.
* **Smoked ham hocks** can be used for even deeper flavor — just remove bones before serving.
* Add **cornbread or biscuits** on the side for a true Southern meal.
* Swap in **sweet potatoes or carrots** for a sweeter spin.
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### Final Thoughts
**Crockpot Ham, Green Beans & Potatoes** is one of those timeless recipes that never goes out of style. It’s simple, it’s filling, and it’s full of old-fashioned flavor. Whether you grew up eating this dish or are trying it for the first time, it’s bound to become a staple in your comfort food rotation.
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Would you like this in printable format or adapted for Instant Pot or stovetop cooking? Let me know — I’d be happy to help!
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