TRA VIGNE GREEN BEANS

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The title of this recipe translates to among the vines in Italian. I was inspired by a restaurant in the Napa Valley called, yes you guessed it, Tra Vigne. The flavors in this dish to me represent the essence of its title.-Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
12 bacon strips, chopped
2 shallots, minced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups white grape juice
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 cup minced chives

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add green beans; cover and cook for 5 minutes. Drain and immediately place green beans in ice water. Drain and pat dry., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings., In the same skillet saute shallots in bacon drippings until tender. Add garlic, salt and pepper; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in juice and vinegar. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half., Add green beans and bacon, cook until heated through. Sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 338mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.