Bacon Makes it Better!

One of our motto's is Bacon Makes It Better and with this side dish....it does! Enjoy!

Green Bean Bundles with Bacon
1 lb. green beans with the ends snapped off
8 slices lean, regularly sliced bacon
3 Tbsp. real butter (no substitutions!)
1 Tbsp. rice vinegar
1 Tbsp. white sugar
1 Tbsp. minced red onion
1 clove minced garlic
1/4 tsp. salt
-Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. If you're using fresh green beans, wash and snap the ends off. When the water is boiling, briefly boil (blanch) the beans for 2-3 minutes or until the beans have turned bright green. Quickly drain and rinse in cold water until the beans have cooled. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.On a cookie sheet, divide the green beans evenly into 8 piles. Carefully bundle each pile of beans with one slice of bacon and return to the baking sheet. When the oven is ready, place the pan in the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes or until the bacon is crisp and sizzling. While the bundles are in the oven, melt the butter over medium-high heat in a small saucepan. When the butter is bubbly, add in the onions and garlic and saute for 2-3 minutes or until the onions are softened and fragrant. Reduce heat to low and add in vinegar, sugar, and salt. Remove from heat and set aside. When ready to serve, place bean bundles on a serving platter and drizzle with sauce. Serve immediately.

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