Serves 6
25 min
German-Style Beans and Bacon
Recipe GLPR7fa2e26e3d2886
A savory and slightly tangy warm bean dish featuring crispy bacon, sweet onions, and tender white beans tossed in a sweet-and-sour vinegar dressing. This German-inspired comfort bowl delivers rich flavor and satisfying texture in every spoonful, finished with fresh green onions and parsley.
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Ingredients
6 slices bacon
1/4 cup diced sweet onion
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
3 to 4 cups cooked white beans (Cannellini or Great Northern)
4 green onions, thinly sliced
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley leaves for garnish
Directions
Arrange bacon slices in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the bacon is crispy and golden brown. Transfer the cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Pour off all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat from the skillet, keeping it over medium heat. Add the diced sweet onion and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and lightly caramelized.
Stir in the granulated sugar and apple cider vinegar, combining well. Let the mixture bubble gently for 1 minute to blend the flavors.
Add the cooked white beans to the skillet, stirring gently to coat them evenly with the sweet-and-sour dressing. Heat through for 3 to 4 minutes over medium heat, until the beans are warm throughout.
Crumble the cooled bacon into bite-sized pieces and add them back into the bean mixture. Stir to distribute the bacon evenly.
Season the bean mixture to taste with salt and black pepper. Transfer to a serving bowl and top with the sliced green onions and fresh parsley leaves. Serve warm.
