Labadie Recipe Database
Name
Tra Vigne Green Beans
Number of People
9
List of Ingredients
2 lbs. fresh green beans, trimmed
12 bacon strips, chopped
2 shallots, minced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
2 cups white grape juice
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 cups chives, minced
Description
In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add green beans; cover and cook for 5 minutes. Drain and immediately place beans in ice water. Drain and pat dry.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving drippings.
In same skillet, saute shallots in bacon drippings until tender. Add garlic, salt and pepper; cook one minutee longer. Stir in juice and vinegar. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half.
Add green beans and bacon, cook until heated through. Sprinkle with chives.
Time
25 minutes
Difficulty (1-5)
1
Notes
Can use frozen green beans, simply thaw and add to juice mixture.
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