5 c. fresh green beans, cut in sm. pieces
6 c. water
3 c. potatoes, cut sm.
3 tbsp. minced onion
2 tbsp. salt or more
1/8 tsp. pepper
3 c. rich milk and 1 c. cream
1/2 c. butter

Combine beans, water, onion, salt, and pepper in a large kettle. Boil until beans are almost tender, then add potatoes. When beans and potatoes are tender, add milk, cream, and butter. Bring to a boiling point. Serves 4 to 6.