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Saucy Green Beans

By: Hazel Holley

"A special cooked sauce added to fresh green beans makes this a unique and hearty side dish and a pretty complement to any entree. -Hazel Holley, Samson, Alabama"

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Prep Time:
10 Min

Cook Time:
10 Min

Ready In:
20 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 10 servings

Ingredients

2 pounds fresh green beans
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1 1/4 cups milk
1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
3 tablespoons white vinegar
salt and pepper to taste
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Directions

Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender.
Meanwhile, in another saucepan, saute onion in butter. Stir in flour and sugar until blended; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat to low; stir in the sour cream, parsley and vinegar until blended (do not boil).
Drain beans; place in a serving bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Top with sauce and bacon.