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

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

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.

Doctor Ali Raza
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and sour sauce.


Marvelous Olusesan
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The green beans are always perfectly cooked and the sauce is amazing.


RUSHIGAJIKI Potien
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This recipe is a keeper. It's easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Irshad Mashee
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I'm not a big fan of green beans, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce was so good that I ate every bite.


Jazmine Beverly
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Perfect side dish for any meal. The green beans were tender and the sauce was flavorful.


Timotej Jendek
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I will definitely make it again.


Tactical Samurai
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I added some red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little extra spice. It was a hit with my family.


Purushottam Shrestha
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I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out perfectly. The green beans were crisp and the sauce was tangy and sweet.


Eldaman Shop
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This was a great way to use up some leftover green beans. The sauce was flavorful and the dish came together quickly.


Jedidah Thomas
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My family loved this recipe! The green beans were perfectly tender and the sauce was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.