Sweet And Sour Green Beans |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This dish is a summer favorite in my family, especially when the garden is bursting with fresh green beans. Goes perfectly with steaks, chicken, etc. Recipe can be easily tweaked to be more sweet or sour, to your liking. Read more . My family practically fights for the last spoonful! Ingredients:
4-5 cups fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch lengths |
1 lb. bacon |
2/3 cup white vinegar |
2/3 cup sugar |
2/3 cup bacon grease (approx.) |
salt, as desired |
Directions:
1. Cook bacon and reserve grease. Break cooked bacon into small bits and reserve for later.
2. Place beans in large pot and steam for approx. 10 minutes (more or less, depending on how crisp you like your beans). Drain and set aside in a bowl.
3. In same large pot, combine vinegar, sugar, bacon grease, and bacon pieces. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently to help the sugar dissolve.
4. Reduce heat, carefully add beans, and mix to coat well.
5. Continue to simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes.
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