Old-Fashioned Green Beans |
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Prep Time: 12 Minutes Cook Time: 60 Minutes |
Ready In: 72 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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These beans are simmered long and slow with premium double-smoked bacon to develop that trademark Southern-style goodness. Red pepper flakes add a nice punch to the dish. Ingredients:
1/2 pound double-smoked bacon, diced |
1 medium onion, chopped |
3 pounds green beans, trimmed |
1 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper |
1 teaspoon salt |
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened |
2 to 3 tbsp. cider vinegar |
Directions:
1. Cook bacon in a Dutch oven over medium heat 10 minutes or until browned and crisp. Add onion, and sauté 5 minutes or until tender. Stir in green beans, red pepper, and salt. Add enough water to cover green beans. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 40 to 45 minutes or until beans are very tender. Drain beans, and transfer to a bowl. Add butter and vinegar; toss well. Serve hot.
2. *We discovered 2 great online sources for the specialty bacon: Schaller and Weber from and . Regular bacon is an option too but contributes a milder flavor.
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