Green Bean Soup(Grun Bohne Suppe; A Family Favorite) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. green beans, diagonal cut 1-inch sections
1/2 lb. potatoes, cut into small cubes
1 gal. water
1 onion, chopped fine
2 strips bacon, cut into small pieces
salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Assemble all ingredients.
Saute onion and bacon until translucent.
Add potatoes and water; cook over medium heat until potatoes are done.
Add string beans; continue to cook until tender.
Just before serving, add small amount (dollop) of cream or milk to each bowl.