Maple-Glazed Green Beans

By Resk8r

Ingredients

• 3 cups cut fresh green beans
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 4 bacon strips, cut into 1-in pieces
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 tsp. Salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1 tbsp bourbon - optional

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, place steamer basket over 1 inch of water. Place beans in the basket. Bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a low boil; steam, covered, until crisp-tender. 4-5 minutes

Meanwhile, in a large skilllet, cook onion and bacon over medium heat until the bacon is crisp, drain. Stir cranberries, syrup, salt, pepper and, if desired, bourbon into onion mixture. Add beans; heat through, tossing to combine.