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Green Bean Bundles II

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"These are also wonderful served cold as an appetizer! Prepare one day in advance." — Kimber

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Original recipe makes 8 to 10 servings Change Servings

2 (15 ounce) cans whole green beans, drained
1 cup Italian-style salad dressing

9 slices bacon, cut in half

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Directions

In a medium bowl combine green beans and dressing; toss gently. Cover and chill overnight.
Preheat oven to Broil. Place a rack high in the oven, about 5 inches from the top.
Drain beans; arrange in bundles of 10 to 12 beans each. Wrap half a slice of bacon around each bundle, and secure with a toothpick.
Place bundles on a baking sheet and broil for 7 minutes, or until bacon is cooked.

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PREP 15 mins
COOK 7 mins
READY IN 12 hrs 22 mins

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I usually only do 5 or so green beans per bundle and cut my bacon in thirds. I don't always have time to marinate overnight. I usually sprinkle some garlic powder and pepper over as well. I know that this mentions being an appetizer, but I always have them as a side at dinner.

—Butterfly Flutterby

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Mar 30, 2005

I used fresh "french" green beans (the small skinny ones). I did not pre-steam or boil them thinking that they would be small enough to cook all the way through in the oven. They were a little on the crunchy side! Also, I would recommend not putting too many in the pan. I did not leave any space in between the bundles so the bacon only got crispy on the top. I think this is a good recipe with great looking presentation and I will try making it again with the adjustments I mentioned before.

—KLPATTERSON

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51 Ratings

Dec 10, 2003

This was excellent. Of course I used fresh beans though. I had these once in a European resort and searched for a recipe for it. This recipe was perfect. I don't think you need tothpicks though - just place them seam down. I also only put 8 in the bundle - it was easier to eat.

—Kim

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Oct 06, 2003

GREAT! I used fresh green beans, steamed then marinated in Italian dressing. Served them at a dinner party and what a hit! Great flavor.

—NIKATNITE8

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Jul 24, 2003

I love these guys. I prefer not to marinate overnight, but bake the bundles in the Italian dressing instead. Yummy.

—MRS. SEALS

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Jan 05, 2004

I made these with fresh instead of canned and I steamed them beforehand, not as salty that way. I also only let them marinate for about 8 hours. They were fantastic!

—Janet C

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Apr 26, 2008

These are a staple around my house. (the green bean bundles with brown sugar are too) I find that it is easiest to keep a smaller container full of these marinating at all times. This helps to have them on hand for those nights when we want them and I had not planned ahead.(like a busy mom has time for that!) When I cook them, I use the 2 cans that were marinated, so I just replace them with 2 more. I never liked green beans until I discovered this recipe from my aunt. They are really addictive!! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe with others. It is truly delicious.

—Ginger Marie

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Apr 30, 2005

Excellent! I used fresh string beans instead of canned, and I steamed them slightly first and then marinated. Since they were much longer then canned, I used a whole slice of bacon and wrapped in an upwards fashion around the middle so it looked like two or three wraps. My family loved it! They told me, "If you're inviting over someone you want to impress, make these bundles and they'll think you're a professional! Thanks for a wonderful side dish!

—PETRIE27

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Nutrition

Calories
220 kcal
11%

Carbohydrates
6 g
2%

Cholesterol
19 mg
6%

Fat
20 g
31%

Fiber
1.6 g
6%

Protein
4.1 g
8%

Sodium
930 mg
37%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Green Bean Bundles II

Serving Size: 1/9 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 9
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 220
Calories from Fat: 180

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g 31 %
Saturated Fat 5.4g 27 %
Cholesterol 19mg 6 %
Sodium 930mg 37 %
Potassium 71mg 2 %
Total Carbohydrates 6g 2 %
Dietary Fiber 1.6g 6 %
Protein 4.1g 8 %
Sugars 3.7g
Vitamin A 5 %
Vitamin C 2 %
Calcium 2 %
Iron 9 %
** Thiamin 11 %
** Niacin 12 %
** Vitamin B6 5 %
** Magnesium 1 %
** Folate < 1 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.