Green Beans and Hot Sauce

Fresh green beans, fresh peppers, and tomatoes livened up with crispy bacon.

Step: 1

Place green beans, onions, tomatoes, banana peppers, bell pepper, and water in a large pot. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low. Cover pot and simmer approximately 10 minutes, until green beans are tender.

Step: 2

While green beans are steaming, arrange bacon slices in a medium skillet. Fry over medium heat until crispy, approximately 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Crumble and set aside.

Step: 3

Spoon green bean mixture and juice into a serving dish. Sprinkle crumbled bacon over top and serve immediately.

Per Serving: 315 calories; protein 10.9g; carbohydrates 27.1g; fat 19.4g; cholesterol 28.6mg; sodium 525.7mg.

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