Cheaters Green Beans Recipes

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, fry the bacon over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes. Then add the onions and cook until the bacon is cooked but not crisp and the onions are translucent, another couple of minutes. Do not drain the bacon grease because it gives the beans a good taste. Add the beans, peppers, tomatoes, garlic and 1 1/2 cups water, and cook for 10 to 15 minutes. Add some salt and pepper and the cilantro and remove from the heat.

Steps:

• Cut bacon into bite size pieces. Cook bacon, drain on paper towels, set aside. Note: Don't let it get too crispy. Meanwhile mix all the remaining ingredients in a 9"x13" baking dish or a 3 quart casserole. Add in reserved bacon, and mix again. Bake uncovered for 1 hour at 350°F. Let stand 1/2 to 1 hour to cool prior to serving.

Steps:

• Dice bacon. Fry to just crisp (not extra crispy).
• Drain approximately half the liquid out of each can of green beans. Add green beans and their liquid along with the diced onions to sauce pan. Pour bacon and all drippings into sauce pan. Add chicken broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil then turn to medium, cover and cook for 45 minutes - 1 hour.

Steps:

• In 2-quart saucepan or 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, until onion begins to brown. Remove from saucepan; cover to keep warm.
• In same saucepan or skillet, cook beans as directed on bag; drain. Stir in onion mixture; cook until thoroughly heated. Add cheese; toss gently to mix.