BACON-ONION GREEN BEANS

Bacon-Onion Green Beans image

I threw together this recipe to give some color to the dinner plate. I knew all my relatives liked green beans, so I added onion, bacon, toasted sesame seeds and a little vinegar for a nice tang. -Karen Darrell, Wood River, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

6 bacon strips, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon drippings. Saute onion in drippings until tender. Stir in vinegar, salt and pepper., Meanwhile, place beans in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Cook, covered, until crisp-tender, 4-7 minutes; drain., Place beans in a large bowl; toss with bacon and onion mixture. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.