German green beans, also known as "Grüne Bohnen" in German, are a simple yet flavorful dish that is a staple of German cuisine. This classic side dish is typically made with fresh green beans, cooked with bacon, onions, and sometimes vinegar or mustard. The beans are usually cut into small pieces and sautéed until tender, while the bacon and onions add a smoky and savory flavor. German green beans are often served as an accompaniment to hearty meat dishes like pork chops, schnitzel, or bratwurst, but can also be enjoyed on their own as a light and refreshing side. With its vibrant green color and delectable flavor, this dish is sure to be a hit at any gathering.
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GREEN BEANS GERMAN STYLE
My mother-in-law introduced me to this quick down-home dish almost 50 years ago when I was a new bride. The tender green beans are topped with diced bacon and a classic sweet-sour glaze. Guests always ask for the recipe. -Vivian Steers, Central Islip, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place beans in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and set aside. , In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. In the same skillet, saute onion in drippings until tender., In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, mustard and water until smooth. Stir into onion. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in brown sugar and vinegar. Add the beans; heat thought. Sprinkle with bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 280mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
GERMAN-STYLE GREEN BEANS
GRANDMOTHER often prepared her fresh green beans this way, and we much preferred them to plain buttered beans. This recipe goes back to before the 1920s and was a favorite dish of our family when I was growing up. -Lois Gelzer, Standish, Maine
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place beans in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. , Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon and set aside. Saute onion in drippings until tender; remove with a slotted spoon. Drain beans; return to pan. Add onion, 1 tablespoon drippings, salt and pepper; heat through. Crumble the bacon; add to the beans and toss. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 172mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
GERMAN GREEN BEANS
This is another simple but tasty dish that I found in one of my grandmother's old recipe files. My family loves it, and it makes a nice alternative for the traditional holiday green bean casserole. It's good all year long, but especially when the weather turns cool.
Provided by JenSmith
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Fry the bacon in a large cast-iron skillet until crisp, then drain on paper towels, leaving the fat in the pan.
- Add the onion and cook until light golden and tender, then add the flour and stir, cooking for about 1 minute.
- Add the sugar, salt, pepper, bean liquid or water, and vinegar, stir, and bring to a rolling boil; Allow to boil for about 3 minutes to thicken the sauce. Add the bacon bits at this time.
- Add the green beans and cook until heated through, about 7--8 minutes.
- Transfer the beans and sauce to a serving bowl and top with crumbled bacon.
GERMAN-STYLE BACON GREEN BEANS
Make and share this German-Style Bacon Green Beans recipe from Food.com.
Provided by CookingONTheSide
Categories Pork
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place beans in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender.
- Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook bacon until crisp.
- Remove bacon and set aside.
- Saute onion in drippings until tender; remove with a slotted spoon.
- Drain beans; return to pan.
- Add onion, 1 tablespoon drippings, salt and pepper; heat through.
- Crumble the bacon; add to the beans and toss.
- Serve immediately.
GRUENE BOHNEN (GERMAN GREEN BEANS)
This is a simple, homey German-style dish. It has a slightly sweet & sour taste. You may use reduced fat sour cream. Cook time is an estimate.
Provided by HeatherFeather
Categories Vegetable
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, melt butter and saute onions and mushrooms until very tender.
- Whisk in flour and sugar and vinegar until blended well.
- Add parsley, half-n-half, and reserved bean liquid and whisk until blended.
- Cook until slightly thickened over medium heat.
- Stir in beans and sour cream (if using) and cook until heated through and just started to bubble-but DO NOT BOIL.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle bacon on top.
GERMAN-STYLE GREEN BEANS
This is a nice side dish to any German entree, especially pork. It can be made in the crockpot, or on the stovetop.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Vegetable
Time 6h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place all ingredients in a small crockpot including some of the bacon drippings (optional).
- Cook on low 6-8 hours.
- The longer the beans cook, the more flavorful they are.
- This recipe can easily be doubled.
GREEN BEANS GERMAN STYLE
Make and share this Green Beans German Style recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Kim19068
Categories Pork
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place beans in saucepan and cover with water,bring to a boil.Cook,uncovered for 8 to 10 minutes,drain and set aside.
- In a skillet,cook bacon over medium heat until crisp.Remove to paper towel. Drain,reserving 1 Tablespoon drippings.
- In the same skillet,saute onion on drippings until tender.
- In a small bowl,combine the cornstarch, mustard,and water until smooth. Stir in onion.Bring to a boil cook and stir for 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened.Stir in brown sugar and vinegar.Add the beans,heat through, top with bacon.
ROSE MARY'S GERMAN STYLE GREEN BEANS
This recipe is one of my family favorites, the sweet & sour tart flavors blended together with the smoky flavored bacon, I usually add additional bacon to this recipe. But I am giving you the recipe as it is written in my cookbook. It really is a comforting side dish. The green beans are just so tasty and delicious. This recipe...
Provided by Rose Mary Mogan
Categories Vegetables
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Place Green Beans in Sauce pan and cover with water; bring to a boil, and cook uncovered, until crisp tender, about 10 minutes. Drain & set aside.
- 2. Cook diced bacon in a skillet over medium heat, until crisp. I like to use a cast iron skillet. Drain on paper towel. Reserve about 2 tablespoons drippings;
- 3. Add sliced onions and cook until transparent & tender. Combine cornstarch,salt,mustard and water in a small bowl;stir until smooth. Pour into onions and bring to a boil;
- 4. Cook and stir about 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in sugar and vinegar. Add green beans and heat through. Sprinkle with bacon. SERVE IMMEDIATELY WHILE STILL WARM.
- 5. PLEASE NOTE: If using frozen green beans, omit covering with water, and cook according to package directions in microwave.
GERMAN-STYLE GREEN BEANS
This is a nice side dish to any German entree, especially pork. It can be made in the crock pot, or on the stovetop.
Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Categories Vegetables
Time 6h15m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Place all ingredients in a small crock pot including some of the bacon drippings (optional).
- 2. Cook on low 6-8 hours.
- 3. The longer the beans cook, the more flavorful they are.
- 4. This recipe can easily be doubled.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender green beans: Look for beans that are bright green in color and have a crisp snap when you break them.
- Trim the beans: Cut off the ends of the beans, and then remove any strings that run along the sides.
- Blanch the beans: This step helps to preserve the color and crispness of the beans. To blanch the beans, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp. Immediately remove the beans from the boiling water and plunge them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- Cook the beans: There are many different ways to cook green beans, including boiling, steaming, sautéing, and roasting. The cooking method you choose will depend on your personal preferences and the other ingredients in your dish.
- Season the beans: Green beans can be seasoned with a variety of herbs, spices, and sauces. Some popular seasonings for green beans include garlic, onion, salt, pepper, butter, and lemon juice.
Conclusion:
Green beans are a versatile and delicious vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. By following these tips, you can cook green beans that are tender-crisp, flavorful, and nutritious.
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