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German-Style Green Beans Recipe

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My mother-in-law introduced me to this quick down-home dish almost 50 years ago when I was a new bride. The tender green beans are topped with diced bacon and a classic sweet-sour glaze. Guests always ask for the recipe. -Vivian Steers, Central Islip, New York

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German-Style Green Beans Recipe

Prep: 25 min. Cook: 10 min.

Yield: 3-4 Servings

25 10 35

Ingredients

1 pound fresh green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 bacon strips, diced
1 medium onion, quartered and sliced
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar

Directions

Place beans in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. In the same skillet, saute onion in drippings until tender.
In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, mustard and water until smooth. Stir into onion. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in brown sugar and vinegar. Add the beans; heat thought. Sprinkle with bacon. Yield: 3-4 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 each) equals 160 calories, 10 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 11 mg cholesterol, 280 mg sodium, 15 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 4 g protein.

Originally published as German-Style Green Beans in Taste of Home June/July 2002, p25

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Reviewed on Nov. 03, 2012 by germanycook

What a yummy way to make beans.... I didn't have any bacon but it tasted good anyways!

Reviewed on Sep. 30, 2010 by stetfreks

This is such a great recipe. I was looking for a recipe to make green beans taste better and thanks to you, I found it. I will definately make this again

Reviewed on Apr. 24, 2010 by katlaydee3

Excellent recipe. I made this with grilled halibut.