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Ingredients

  • 1 lb kielbasa (can use Smoked Sausage)
  • 2 (15 1/4 ounce) cans green beans (can use 1 bag frozen)
  • 3 medium potatoes
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 (15 1/4 ounce) can chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method

  • Cut kielbasa into 1" chunks and place in Dutch oven or large pan.
  • Add enough water to completely cover the meat and cook on high till it comes to a boil.
  • Meanwhile, peel potatoes and the onion, and cut into eighths; drain the green beans.
  • Let kielbasa boil for 2 minutes to extract the grease.
  • Lower the heat and skim off all grease and foam; discard.
  • Turn heat to high again and add vegetables, chicken broth and seasonings to pot; stir to combine.
  • If necessary, add enough water to bring the liquid level to about 1" below top of the ingredients.
  • Bring to a boil; lower heat to simmer and cover.
  • Cook for 20 minutes.
  • Serve in soup bowls with crusty bread, which is delicious dipped into the broth.
  • NOTE: If frozen green beans are used, put them in with the kielbasa to cook for 7 extra minutes before adding the potatoes and onion; then cook for 20 more minutes.