SWEET-SOUR GREEN BEANS

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This is a recipe my mother served to family and friends-it has a very nice blend of sweet and sour flavors. I often take this dish to picnics and church dinners as it can be served warm or cold...delicious either way. -Claire Moser, Middletown, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 cups cut fresh green beans (2-inch pieces)
2 bacon strips, diced
1/4 cup chopped onion
4 teaspoons brown sugar
4 teaspoons cider vinegar

Steps:

Place green beans in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 2 teaspoons drippings; saute onion in the drippings until tender. Stir in brown sugar and vinegar; heat through. Drain beans and place in a bowl; stir in onion mixture. Top with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 200mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.