Bacon and Green Beans

Ingredients

• 6-7 slices thick-cut, nitrate-free bacon
• 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and halved

Instructions

1. 1

   Slice the bacon into 1/2-inch pieces. Cook in...: Slice the bacon into 1/2-inch pieces. Cook in a large skillet over medium heat until the bacon reaches your desired crispness. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside.

2. 2

   Drain all but 2-3 Tablespoons of the bacon...: Drain all but 2-3 Tablespoons of the bacon drippings. Bring the remaining drippings up to medium heat again and add the green beans. Toss the green beans around occasionally as they cook, 12-15 minutes or until they're crisp tender and have golden brown spots.

3. 3

   Stir the bacon back into the green beans...: Stir the bacon back into the green beans and transfer to a serving bowl and serve.