BEANS 'N' CARAMELIZED ONIONS

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Brown sugar, bacon and cider vinegar season this simple side. I often make it for family and friends, and it never fails to please!-Jill Heatwole, Pittsville, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 bacon strips, chopped
2 large onions, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 to 2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings in pan., In drippings, saute onions over medium heat until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook until deep golden brown, 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in vinegar and brown sugar., In a pot of boiling water, cook green beans, uncovered, until crisp-tender, 4-7 minutes; drain. Add to onions; cook 1 minute, tossing to combine. Stir in bacon; sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 146mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges