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Smothered Green Beans and Potatoes

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Submitted by: texaslinda3089089

 

Bacon, onion, and black and red peppers add flavor to these green beans and potato cubes, in a saucy mixture made with a roux.
 

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound bacon, chopped
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 2 cups chopped onions
  • 1 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1 large baking potato, peeled and cut into 1" cubes (about 3/4 pound)

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Method

Fry the bacon in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until slightly crisp, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towles. Set aside. Add the flour to the fat in the pan. Cook and stir constantly for 5 to 8 minutes, to make a medium-brown roux, the color of peanut butter. Add the onions and cook, stirring often, for about 5 minutes, or until wilted. Add the salt, cayenne, black pepper and water. Stir until the mixture is smooth and thick. Add the beans and potatoes. Reduce the heat to medium, cover, and cook about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Potatoes should be fork-tender. Uncover and cook about 3 minutes. Fold in the reserved bacon and serve immediately.

 

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Number of Servings: 6

 

Submitted by: texaslinda3089089 ()

 

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