GERMAN-STYLE GREEN BEANS

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GRANDMOTHER often prepared her fresh green beans this way, and we much preferred them to plain buttered beans. This recipe goes back to before the 1920s and was a favorite dish of our family when I was growing up. -Lois Gelzer, Standish, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
6 bacon strips
1 large onion, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place beans in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. , Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon and set aside. Saute onion in drippings until tender; remove with a slotted spoon. Drain beans; return to pan. Add onion, 1 tablespoon drippings, salt and pepper; heat through. Crumble the bacon; add to the beans and toss. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 172mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Haider Sajjad
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I love the addition of the bacon and onions. They really add a lot of flavor to the green beans.


Victor PUMBA
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These green beans are delicious! I've made them several times and they're always a hit.


Barbara J. (Maks7594)
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I'm not usually a fan of green beans, but I really enjoyed these. They were so flavorful and the bacon and onions were a great addition. I will definitely be making these again.


Beth Robbins
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These green beans were amazing! The bacon and onions added so much flavor. I also liked the tangy vinegar dressing. I will definitely be making these again.


Margret Njunguna
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I made these green beans for a family gathering and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them! I especially liked the fact that they were so easy to make. I will definitely be making these again.


Ycvbh Jhvvv
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The green beans are always crisp and flavorful. I love the addition of the bacon and onions. They really take the dish to the next level.


Its_ Kemoli Jnr
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These green beans were easy to make and very tasty. I used fresh green beans from my garden and they were perfect. I will definitely be making these again.


status Chanel
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I'm not a big fan of green beans, but I really enjoyed these. The bacon and onions add a lot of flavor. I also liked the addition of the vinegar. It gave the beans a nice tang.


Owolabi Oluwatosin
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I made these green beans for a potluck and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. I especially liked the crispy bacon and the tangy vinegar dressing.


Preye Ogolo
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These green beans were delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfectly. I especially liked the crispy bacon and the tangy vinegar dressing.


Daina Pearce
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I'm not usually a fan of green beans, but I really enjoyed these. They were so flavorful and the bacon and onions were a great addition. I will definitely be making these again.


MiC
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These green beans were amazing! The bacon and onions added so much flavor. I also liked the tangy vinegar dressing. I will definitely be making these again.


Bijay Gaming
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I made these green beans for a family gathering and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them! I especially liked the fact that they were so easy to make. I will definitely be making these again.


Sfiso Ngubane
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The green beans are always crisp and flavorful. I love the addition of the bacon and onions. They really take the dish to the next level.


Sassy Cones
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These green beans were easy to make and very tasty. I used fresh green beans from my garden and they were perfect. I will definitely be making these again.


Md Řîšhä Ãĺì Båbâ
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I'm not a big fan of green beans, but I really enjoyed these. The bacon and onions add a lot of flavor. I also liked the addition of the vinegar. It gave the beans a nice tang.


Ivy Bargas
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I made these green beans for a potluck and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. I especially liked the crispy bacon and the tangy vinegar dressing.


Domi Cherx
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These green beans were delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfectly. The bacon added a nice smoky flavor and the onions and garlic were a great addition. I will definitely be making these again.