Old-Fashioned Green Beans
“Mom would prepare homegrown green beans using this recipe and, boy, did they ever taste good! The bacon provides rich flavour and the brown sugar a touch of sweetness. This is one irresistible side dish.” —Willa Govoro, St. Clair, Missouri
| Servings | Prep Time |
| 8servings | 30minutes total time |
| Servings | Prep Time |
| 8servings | 30minutes total time |
Ingredients
- 6 bacon strips cut into 1/2-in. pieces
- 2 lbs fresh green beans
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 cup water
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Ingredients
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Instructions
- In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, about 5 minutes. Add the beans, brown sugar and water. Stir gently; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until beans are crisp-tender, 15 minutes. Remove to a serving bowl with a slotted spoon.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition Facts
3/4 cup: 145 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 132mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fibre), 3g protein.
