Sweet and Sour Green Beans

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A slightly tart green bean side dish flavored with onion and bacon. Goes great with ham or pork.

Submitted by Debbie F.
Updated on August 24, 2024
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
17 mins
Total Time:
27 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 2 (15 ounce) cans green beans, drained, juices reserved

  • 3 slices bacon, chopped

  • 1 cup chopped onion

  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar

  • 2 tablespoons sugar

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon pepper

Directions

  1. Cook bacon in a medium skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until well-browned. Add onion and cook until translucent. Stir in flour and cook 2 minutes more.

  2. Pour vinegar and 3/4 cup of the reserved green bean liquid into the pan. Add sugar, salt, and pepper, and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and stir in the green beans. Continue cooking at a low simmer until beans are hot.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

83 Calories
2g Fat
13g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 83
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 1g 3%
Cholesterol 5mg 2%
Sodium 893mg 39%
Total Carbohydrate 13g 5%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 3g 7%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 32mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 77mg 2%

* 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.