GREEN BEANS WITH SHALLOTS AND PANCETTA

GREEN BEANS WITH SHALLOTS AND PANCETTA image

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (4 oz.) sliced pancetta, chopped
1/2 cup thinly sliced shallot
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 lbs green beans, trimmed
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Steps:

In large skillet over medium-high heat, cook pancetta until crisp, about 5 minutes. Remove with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels, reserving 1 tbsp drippings in skillet; cook over medium-high heat until golden brown, about 6 minutes. Add vinegar and cook 1 minute. Remove from heat. Drop green beans into large pot of boiling water; cook until just crisp-tender, about 6 minutes. Drain immediately. Add green beans to shallot mixture; season with salt and pepper. Toss until coated. Place in serving dish. Sprinkle pancetta over top.