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Green Beans in Cider

Green Beans in Cider pairs tender microwaved beans with a lightly sweet apple-cider reduction enriched by onion and smoky bacon bits. The gentle sweetness of the cider balances the savory notes, making it a cozy side that fits right in at fall dinners or a Thanksgiving spread.

  • Prep10 hrs
  • Cook15 hrs
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Green Beans in Cider
  1. 1

    Put the green beans and cider in a microwave-safe bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Microwave on high for 5 minutes, then stir the beans. Return to the microwave and cook until tender, 5 more minutes. Use a slotted spoon to move the beans to a serving bowl, keeping the cider.

  2. 2

    Warm the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat; cook and stir the bacon bits and onion in the hot oil until the onion is tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Pour the cider from the green beans into the skillet and simmer until the liquid reduces, 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Spoon the bacon mixture over the green beans. Season with salt and black pepper.