Pickled Jalapeno And Bacon Beans Recipes

Steps:

• Brine Solution - Bring water, vinegar and salt to a boil.
• Adjust the amount of remaining ingredients according to amount of beans you have on hand.
• Place 1 to 2 cloves of garlic, 1 jalapeño pepper cut in half(leave a few seeds in) and 2 to 3 sprigs of dill in to large pint jars.
• Pack jars tightly with fresh green beans, leaving 1/2 inch of space at top.
• Pour brine solution in to jars leaving 1/4 inch of space at the top. Remove air bubbles by stirring with a butter knife.
• Wipe rim clean with a cloth and seal. Tighten rings finger tight.
• Ive never processed my jars and have never had any problems with them sealing. Feel free to process if you like.
• Store beans in a cool place for a minimum of two weeks before eating.

Steps:

• In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add jalapeno and shallot; cook and stir until tender, 2-3 minutes. Add beans and salt; cook and stir until beans are tender, reducing heat if necessary, 8-10 minutes. Drizzle with lemon juice. Serve immediately.

Steps:

• Saute bacon in large pot over medium-high heat until crisp; drain on paper towels. Pour off all but 6 TBSPs drippings. Add onions and garlic to pot. Saute until beginning to brown, about 12 minutes. Add tomatoes with juice and allspice; simmer until mixture thickens, about 15 minutes. Add beans, jalapenos, and bacon; simmer until flavors blend, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes longer. Season beans with salt and pepper. Mix cilantro into beans. Transfer to large bowl and serve.