TANGY BACON GREEN BEANS

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My grandmother's Pennsylvania Dutch-style recipe turns plain old green beans into a tangy cross between three-bean and German potato salads. -Sharon Tipton, Casselberry, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds frozen whole green beans
12 bacon strips, chopped
2 medium onions, halved and sliced
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1-1/4 cups water
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • Cook beans according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a 6-qt. stockpot, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. With a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels; reserve drippings. , In same pan, saute onions in drippings over medium heat until tender and lightly browned, 7-9 minutes. In a bowl, whisk remaining ingredients until smooth; add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes., Drain beans and add to warm dressing; toss and heat through. Top with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 483mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Jason “Oh Jay” Ewell
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I followed the recipe exactly and the green beans turned out mushy. I think I overcooked them.


senzo zikhali
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it could use more seasoning.


Alex Morai
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These green beans are a bit too tangy for my taste.


Jasmin Akther
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These green beans are a great way to add some color and flavor to your plate. They're also a good source of vitamins and minerals.


Parwiz Ahmad
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I love the crispy texture of these green beans. They're a great addition to any salad.


Jowayne Koopman
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These green beans are a great make-ahead dish. You can cook them ahead of time and then reheat them when you're ready to serve.


Haider Gill
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I've made this recipe with a variety of different vinegars and they all work well. I especially like using apple cider vinegar or balsamic vinegar.


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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add different ingredients to change up the flavor.


Winterlynn Worley
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These green beans are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Augustine Ashanda
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I've also made this recipe with frozen green beans and it works just as well. Just be sure to thaw the green beans before cooking.


Iqbal Hasan
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These green beans are a great side dish for any meal. They're especially good with grilled chicken or fish.


Sarwar Ahmadzai
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I love the addition of vinegar to this recipe. It gives the green beans a nice tangy flavor.


Deborah Nelson
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover bacon. I always have some leftover after making breakfast, so I'll often make these green beans for dinner that night.


Md Rokon
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. Everyone loves the tangy flavor of the green beans.


Oluwatosin Okeoghene
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I followed the recipe exactly and the green beans turned out perfect. They were crispy and flavorful.


Qammar Zaman Samoon Qammar Zaman Samoon
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy side dish. I always have bacon and green beans on hand, so it's a go-to for me when I'm short on time.


Emon Haldar
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I'm not usually a fan of green beans, but this recipe changed my mind. The bacon and vinegar add a lot of flavor.


Gen Gaza
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These green beans were a hit at my last potluck! I loved the combination of tangy and bacon flavors.