INGREDIENTS
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4 slices thick cut bacon (about 4 ounces), cut into 1-inch segments
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1/2 large onion, diced (about 3/4 cup)
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 pounds of fresh, firm green beans (they should break when you bend them, not bend like a rubber band), stem ends trimmed
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1 14.5-ounce can whole tomatoes
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1 large sprig fresh thyme
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Salt
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Freshly ground black pepper
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1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne