Ham Green Bean Soup

2 lbs. meaty ham bone
2 qts. water
4 c. green beans, cut up
3 c. potatoes, cubed
2 med. onions, sliced
1/4 c. parsley, chopped
4 sprigs summer savory, chopped OR 1 tsp. dried savory
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper

Combine ham bone and water in 6 quart saucepan. Cook 1 1/2 hours. Remove meat from bone and cut in chunks. Add to soup stock, along with green beans, potatoes, onions, parsley, savory, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer covered 20 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Skim off excess fat. Just before serving stir in 1 cup light cream or milk.