Amish Green Bean Soup

1 ham bone 
1 Cup cut green beans 
2 medium potatoes 
a bunch of summer savory
enough to fill the circle when placing
your pointer finger and thumb together 
1 Cup shelled peas 
2 medium carrots, cut 
1 small onion 
1/2 Cup shredded parsley 
1/4 Cup of butter 

Cover ham bone with water and boil for 45 minutes. Skim the scum as it cooks. Remove the bone and add vegetables. Simmer for about 1 hour. About 15 minutes before serving, add the summer savory and parsley. Remove when serving. Just before serving, add the butter. Stir and serve hot.