Soups
and Vegetables:
Fresh
Green Bean Casserole
from
To
Market, To Market...
A
Collection of Kentucky Recipes
INGREDIENTS:
4
cups fresh green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces (or 2 cans, 16 ounces each)
3
to 6 slices bacon
1/2
cup chopped onion
4
large tomatoes, peeled and chopped
2
large whole pimientos, chopped (or 2-ounce jar)
1/4
teaspoon salt
1/8
teaspoon pepper
1/2
to 3/4 cup shredded American cheese
TO
PREPARE:
1.
Cook beans, uncovered, in boiling salted water for 2 to 3 minutes.
Reduce heat, cover and cook 20 to 30 minutes more. Drain and set
aside. (If using canned beans, just drain; do not cook.)
2.
Fry bacon until crisp. Remove from pan and crumble.
3.
Sauté onion in bacon drippings until tender.
4.
Combine everything except cheese, tossing gently. Spoon into greased
2-quart casserole dish.
5.
Sprinkle with cheese.
6.
Bake until cheese is slightly browned.
Temperature:
350 degrees
Time:
15 to 20 minutes
YIELD:
6 servings
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