Description

You don't need to be from the south to make these delicious green beans. They are easy to make and so good, you'll never make green beans any other way.

Ingredients

• 4 slices bacon, cut into small pieces
• 2 lb. fresh green beans, ends discarded, snapped in half
• 2 c. chicken broth (or water)
• 1/4 - 1/2 t. salt
• 1/8 - 1/4 t. black pepper

Steps

1. Rinse beans; drain; dry in a clean dish towel.
2. Cook bacon in a large saucepan until crisp. Add green beans to the saucepan; cook on medium heat, tossing well to coat in bacon drippings until beans turn bright green, about 3 minutes. Slowly add the broth; season with the salt and pepper; bring to a simmer. Cover.
3. Simmer on low with the lid cracked a bit, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender, about 1 hour.