Fresh Green Beans with Bacon

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon (chopped)
• 1/3 cup minced shallot (or onion)
• 1/3 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
• 1 pound fresh green beans (ends trimmed)
• 1 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. 1

   cook: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the bacon until crisp, about 6–7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a plate and set aside. Drain all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat from the skillet.

2. 2

   Satue: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shallot and cook for 2 to 3 minutes to soften. Add the chicken (or vegetable) broth and mustard.

3. 3

   Simmer: Add the green beans and toss to coat, then cover the skillet. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, until the green beans are bright green and still have a slight bite.

4. 4

   Season: Cook uncovered until the liquid has evaporated and the green beans are tender. Add the black pepper and stir the bacon back in.