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Balsamic Pancetta Green Beans With Shallots
 
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Prep Time: 7 Minutes
Cook Time: 18 Minutes
Ready In: 25 Minutes
Servings: 8
Great ingredients create a delicious and unique taste for everyday green beans. Try these when you want to add extra punch to your meal!
Ingredients:
1 (4 ounce) package sliced pancetta, chopped
1/2 cup thinly sliced shallot
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 -1 1/2 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions:
1. Cook pancetta in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until crisp, about 5 minutes. Remove pancetta with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels; reserve drippings in pan.
2. Add shallots to the skillet drippings; cook over medium-high heat until golden brown, about 6 minutes. Add balsamic vinegar and cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat.
3. Place green beans in large pot of lightly salted, boiling water. Cook until just crisp-tender, 5-6 minutes. Drain immediately and add green beans to shallot mixture; season with salt and pepper. Toss until coated, place in dish, sprinkle pancetta over top, and serve.
By RecipeOfHealth.com