Reviewed: Dec. 6, 2007

This was delicious!! I used pole beans, and shallots instead of onions...I was in a hurry, so I sauteed the bacon, garlic and shallots, salt and pepper while I steamed the beans seperately in the microwave for 2 minutes. When the bacon was pretty crispy, I added the beans and sauteed for a few minutes. I will definately make this again. I actually have made a version of this recipe using proscuitto, shallots, garlic, salt, white pepper, and brussel sprouts instead of the beans...it's THE only way to eat brussel sprouts!!!

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Courtney

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Home Town: Arlington, Texas, USA

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Reviewed: Dec. 6, 2007

This is excellent (we aren't big bean eaters but wanted to make them for Christmas dinner because in-laws like beans) - I took advice of others and steamed the beans while browning the mushrooms and onions and I used bacon bits - turned out great

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LITTLEASTA

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Reviewed: Nov. 27, 2007

This is a great recipe for green beans! I followed other reviewers & removed the bacon before adding the beans & liquid. I also used beef stock instead of water then added the bacon back at the end. I made it for the first time 2 nights before Thanksgiving & it was so good we had to add it to the Thanksgiving menu! That time I used chicken stock & it was just as good. This recipe is definately added to our regular rotation & would probably work great with asparagus too. THANKS!

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leighfox

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Reviewed: Nov. 27, 2007

I made this recipe for the first time on thanksgiving. It was very flavorful and my 18 month old nephew couldn't get enough! The only change I would make would be to cook the bacon in whole strips and then chop up after cooking. I found the bacon to be a little overpowering so I may even just leave it for the cooking process and remove half of it before setting on the table in the serving bowl. I will make this again very soon! Loved it!

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shannon

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Reviewed: Nov. 26, 2007

I really liked this recipe because it was simple. I did add more water and let them simmer away while I was preparing other things on Thanksgiving( I like them more tender).

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S.Gore

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Reviewed: Nov. 25, 2007

These were okay. I was expecting more bacon flavor. Probably won't make again.

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Celeste

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Reviewed: Nov. 25, 2007

These were amazing! My family loved them...bacon made them so darn delicious!

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LaurelWhitney

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Reviewed: Nov. 24, 2007

nice, simple addition to our Thanksgiving table, as we were getting pretty burned out on the traditional casserole. I didn't add bacon, just sauted the onions in the bacon grease I keep in the fridge. Everyone loved it.

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TERRI SILVERS

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Reviewed: Nov. 21, 2007

Instead of water, use a can of chicken broth to give the beans a wonderful flavor!

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Reviewed: Nov. 21, 2007

I improvised a bit on the recipe to make it more filling and to minimize the grease. I saved only about a tablespoon of bacon grease to cook the beans in. once they were cooked i put them in a baking dish, sprinkled sliced almonds and chow mein noodles over the top, finishing off with some grated cheddar (no particular amounts of each.) i put the dish in the oven at 400 for about 4 minutes, just enough to melt the cheese. It was great! i think next time i will add some sort of salty seasoning and it should be just right.

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Reviewed: Nov. 19, 2007

I make this same recipe except with some minor yet important modifications. I drain the bacon fat completely, even whipe the pan. I then coat the pan with some olive oil and about a tablespoon of butter I then add the garlic and onions, let them cooked for about three minutes and then turn up the heat a little more and sear the green beans more or less tossing them in the pan I then sprinkle some red pepper flakes the chopped bacon right before I turn off the pan, keeping a good bite consistency to the green beans. Delicious!

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Maria

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Reviewed: Nov. 18, 2007

I also make this recipe with beef broth I add small new potatoes and place in a large skillet with a lid. I peel around the center of the potatoe only. Add beef broth and let simmer until the potatoes are tender.

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LPacheco

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Reviewed: Nov. 18, 2007

After tasting these, my husband said, "these take green beans to a whole new level!" and I agree!

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Maria V.

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Reviewed: Nov. 17, 2007

WoW!!! My husband has been doing this for years, didn't know it had a name. He slices bacon into small pieces browns the bacon then adds the onion & cooks until translucent, then the garlic, salt,pepper. He uses a couple of can of french style green beans. no extra water is needed. In fact he drains the water off of the beans a little. Doesnt take any time ready real fast. Our family loves this dish & like the previous comment a nice change from green been casserole.

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Reviewed: Nov. 17, 2007

instead of water I used chicken broth it gave it more flavor. My husband and kids loved it there was none left

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Kim

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Reviewed: Nov. 5, 2007

This is okay. Not good enough to make again, tho.

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Lola

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Reviewed: Oct. 24, 2007

My hubby and I loved this. Very good, very easy - will def. make again.

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Reviewed: Oct. 18, 2007

pretty good

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Reviewed: Oct. 17, 2007

very good...taste just like you think it would...like bacon! Take the good for you out of green beans but if you don't mind that its a keeper. easy as well.

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