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deutsch-stil grunen bohnen

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Ellen Gwaltney Bales
Indianapolis, IN

German-style Green Beans, a pleasing side dish that everyone in the family will love. Recipe and photo:tasteofhome.com

(1 rating)
prep time 25 Min
cook time 10 Min

Ingredients For deutsch-stil grunen bohnen

  • 1 lb
    fresh green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 3 slice
    bacon, diced
  • 1 md
    onion, quartered and sliced
  • 2 tsp
    cornstarch
  • 1/4 tsp
    salt
  • 1/4 tsp
    ground mustard
  • 1/2 c
    water
  • 1 Tbsp
    brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp
    cider vinegar

How To Make deutsch-stil grunen bohnen

  • 1
    Place green beans in a large saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook uncovered for 8-10 minutes until crisp-tender; drain and set aside.
  • 2
    In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels and drain, reserving 1 Tbsp. drippings. In the same skillet, saute the onion in drippings until tender.
  • 3
    In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, mustard, and water until smooth. Stir into the skillet with the onion. Bring to a boil and cook and stir until thickened, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in the brown sugar and vinegar.
  • 4
    Add the beans to this mixture and heat through. Sprinkle with the bacon and serve while hot.
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