Best 3 Green Beans And Spaetzle Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our enticing collection of green beans and spaetzle recipes. Experience the vibrant flavors of sautéed green beans with garlic and almonds, a classic side dish bursting with freshness. Discover a delightful combination of textures in our green beans and bacon stir-fry, where crispy bacon and tender green beans dance together in a savory symphony. For a hearty and comforting meal, try our creamy green beans and mushrooms, a luscious medley of flavors that will warm your soul. And for a unique twist, explore our recipe for green beans with tomatoes and feta, a vibrant and tangy dish that will tantalize your taste buds. With a variety of recipes to choose from, our green beans and spaetzle collection offers something for every palate, promising an unforgettable culinary experience.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GREEN BEANS AND SPAETZLE



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In case you can't find the Bird's Eye frozen version or you want something a bit fresher. Ingredients

Provided by elmer

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

18 oz green beans (frozen ok)
1/4 lb bacon
1/3 c onion
4 oz beer
2 T sugar
1/4 t salt
1/8 t white pepper
1 c spaetzle noodles (cooked.)

Steps:

  • Combine beans and a small amount of water in a saucepan, over a moderate flame.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and steam until tender and heated through.
  • Remove from heat, drain well.
  • Combine bacon and onions in a skillet, over a moderate flame heat and stir for 5-10 minutes, until lightly browned.
  • Add beer and sugar - mix well.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Heat to a boil.
  • Remove from heat, add the spaetzle and pour over beans.
  • Serve hot.

GREEN BEANS GERMAN STYLE



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My mother-in-law introduced me to this quick down-home dish almost 50 years ago when I was a new bride. The tender green beans are topped with diced bacon and a classic sweet-sour glaze. Guests always ask for the recipe. -Vivian Steers, Central Islip, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound fresh green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 bacon strips, diced
1 medium onion, quartered and sliced
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Place beans in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and set aside. , In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. In the same skillet, saute onion in drippings until tender., In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, mustard and water until smooth. Stir into onion. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in brown sugar and vinegar. Add the beans; heat thought. Sprinkle with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 280mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

BAVARIAN GREEN BEANS



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Make and share this Bavarian Green Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by abigail363

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

18 ounces frozen green beans
1/4 lb bacon
1/3 cup onion
4 ounces beer
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1 cup spaetzle noodles

Steps:

  • Combine beans and a small amount of water in a saucepan, over a moderate flame.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and steam until tender and heated through.
  • Remove from heat, drain well.
  • Combine bacon and onions in a skillet, over a moderate flame heat and stir for 5-10 minutes, until lightly browned.
  • Add beer and sugar-mix well.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Heat to a boil.
  • Remove from heat, add the spaetzle and pour over beans.
  • Serve hot.
  • Here is a spaetzle recipe. I haven't tried it yet. I generally use the Recipe #2 from Norpro Spaetzle Maker package. I'll post that recipe as Spaetzle Recipe #2.
  • http://www.reluctantgourmet.com/blog/pasta-recipes/homemade-spaetzle-spatzle/.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104.1, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 9.6, Sodium 192.3, Carbohydrate 8.5, Fiber 2, Sugar 4.2, Protein 2.7

Tips:

  • For crispier späetzle, fry them in batches until golden brown and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
  • To save time, use pre-made späetzle from the grocery store.
  • Add some chopped bacon or crumbled sausage to the green beans for a more savory dish.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk instead, but the sauce will be thinner.
  • Serve the green beans and späetzle immediately, while the späetzle is still crispy.

Conclusion:

Green beans and späetzle is a classic German dish that is easy to make and delicious. The green beans are tender and flavorful, while the späetzle is crispy and golden brown. The creamy sauce brings all the flavors together and makes this dish a perfect comfort food.

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