Ham and String Bean Savory
📜 Collection: John B. Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Entrees A hearty, comforting dish featuring savory ham and tender string beans served over warm, fresh cornbread. This classic recipe creates a creamy, satisfying meal perfect for family dinners.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 mins | 30 mins | None | 4 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Double boiler
- Saucepan
- Baking pan
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1/2 lb | American Cheese | cubed |
| 2/3 cup | Milk | whole |
| 1 1/2 cups | Ham | slivered and cooked |
| 1 1/2 cups | String Beans | cooked |
| 1/2 tsp | Worcestershire Sauce | none |
| As needed | Cornbread | baked and hot |
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare and bake your favorite cornbread recipe until golden brown.
- In the top of a double boiler, melt the 1/2 lb American cheese.
- Gradually add the 2/3 cup milk to the cheese, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Fold in the 1 1/2 cups slivered cooked ham, 1 1/2 cups string beans, and 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce.
- Heat the mixture thoroughly until bubbling and well-combined.
- Serve the savory mixture over warm squares of hot cornbread.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: The cheese sauce can be prepared in advance and reheated gently on the stovetop; add the ham and beans just before serving.
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