This old fashioned ham, green bean and creamy potato soup can be made with or without a ham bone. Great use for leftover ham! Quick and easy dinner.
Potatoes Butter Diced Ham Can Green Beans Milk OPTIONAL EXTRAS Packet Ranch Dressing Shredded Cheddar Cheese Chives Salt and Pepper
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Peel and chop potatoes into bite sized chunks then add to the pot of water.
Boil for 15 minutes or until the largest chunk of potato is soft all the way through. Then drain potatoes.
Return the empty pot to the stovetop and add butter, ham, green beans, potatoes and milk. Bring to a boil, stir and cook for 5 minutes.
Add salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls then top with cheddar cheese and chives if desired.