Kentucky Wonder Beans
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Description
These are an old soul food heirloom favorite in the garden and what I remember eating frequently as a child. I grew the pole variety this summer and they are super prolific/productive. They taste like nothing you buy in a store - super meaty, tender, long-lasting flavor. And now they are a favorite in my own family. The beans will cook in this semi-salty broth, and won't be as salty as is the broth.
Ingredients
- 4 cups trimmed heirloom green beans (such as Kentucky Wonder Beans)
- 1 slice bacon
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil, or as needed
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 pinch coarsely ground black pepper to taste
Directions
- 1. Pour about 1 inch of water into a saucepan; add green beans, bacon, garlic, olive oil, sea salt, and pepper. Bring the water to a boil, reduce heat to medium, and place a cover on the saucepan. Cook beans until tender, 7 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
serving: 4 servings
calories: 78.4 kcal
carbohydrates: 8.3 g
protein: 2.9 g
saturated fat: 1.2 g
cholesterol: 4.8 mg
sodium: 285.2 mg
fiber: 3.8 g
sugar: 1.5 g
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