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Friday, February 19, 2016

the most delicious green beans

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 12 slices bacon, cut in half
  • 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and snapped
  • 1 1/2 medium onions, chopped
  • 6 tablespoons apple vinegar
  • 6 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1/2 cup blanched slivered almonds

Recipe

    Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 45 mins

  • in a large deep skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat until evenly browned. remove bacon to paper towels, and reserve drippings in the skillet.
  • place fresh green beans in a large saucepan, and add enough water to cover the bottom by 1 inch. cover, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until bright green and tender. drain.
  • place the green beans into a 2 quart casserole dish. spread the onions in a layer over the green beans. place bacon strips in a layer over the onions. sprinkle almonds over the top. heat the reserved drippings in the skillet over medium heat. stir in vinegar and sugar, heating just until sugar is dissolved; drizzle over everything in the dish. cover, and chill for at least one hour, but overnight is best.
  • preheat the oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). bake uncovered, for 45 minutes, until the onions are tender, and the almonds are toasted. check after 30 minutes, and cover if necessary.

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