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The Most Delicious Green Beans

SUBMITTED BY: Vicki L.

"A different twist to the usual green bean casserole. Given to me years ago by my ex-mother-in-law, this is a tasty, fresh, sweet and tangy new way to serve green beans and it's sure to become a family favorite! Prepare the night before and marinate overnight for the best results. Enjoy!"
PREP TIME  2 Hrs
COOK TIME  45 Min
READY IN  2 Hrs 45 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 12 slices bacon, cut in half
  • 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and snapped
  • 1 1/2 medium onions, chopped
  • 6 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 6 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1/2 cup blanched slivered almonds

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a large deep skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat until evenly browned. Remove bacon to paper towels, and reserve drippings in the skillet.
  2. Place fresh green beans in a large saucepan, and add enough water to cover the bottom by 1 inch. Cover, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until bright green and tender. Drain.
  3. Place the green beans into a 2 quart casserole dish. Spread the onions in a layer over the green beans. Place bacon strips in a layer over the onions. Sprinkle almonds over the top. Heat the reserved drippings in the skillet over medium heat. Stir in vinegar and sugar, heating just until sugar is dissolved; drizzle over everything in the dish. Cover, and chill for at least one hour, but overnight is best.
  4. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake uncovered, for 45 minutes, until the onions are tender, and the almonds are toasted. Check after 30 minutes, and cover if necessary.

FOOTNOTE

  • 2 cans of green beans, drained, may be used in place of the 2 pounds of fresh green beans. Just skip step 2.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 8, 2004 by ~LYNNE~
My husband really loved this! He thought the onions in it was cabbage...it was reminiscent of... MORE
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Reviewed on Jan. 8, 2004 by Aspiring Chef Rita
I've been making this for years and you can also do the simpler, quicker version (using same... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 8, 2005 by Lisa Rae
These are the mosty tasty green beans on the planet! I made a few modifications based on... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 8, 2006 by SLARKIN
I used frozen beans, and it was still very good, although I want to try it with fresh. I cut... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 8, 2004 by DIANE73162
This was GREAT! I made this for Thanksgiving Day. Everyone LOVED it! I had to triple the... MORE
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Reviewed on Feb. 17, 2006 by CARMELCORNR
My husband was blown away with this recipe...he said, "I can eat this anytime!" We both... MORE
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Reviewed on Jan. 8, 2004 by Vanessa G.
I had this recipe at a friends house for dinner last weekend. They are so very tasty. I... MORE
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Reviewed on Dec. 23, 2007 by MARIASTARDUST
I've been using this recipe for family get-togethers for the past couple of years, and it's... MORE
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Reviewed on Apr. 18, 2005 by CHRISTYDAWNE
These were great! I also sauteed the onions since for me, the more cooked the better when it... MORE
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Reviewed on Jan. 8, 2004 by MTPURSE