Ingredients

The following ingredients have 9 Servings
  • 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 12 bacon strips, chopped
  • 2 shallots, minced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups white grape juice
  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup minced chives

Instruction

  • In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add green beans; cover and cook for 5 minutes. Drain and immediately place green 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 1 tablespoon drippings., In the same skillet, saute shallots in bacon drippings until tender. Add garlic, salt and pepper; cook 1 minute 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.