Balsamic Pancetta Green Beans With Shallots

ninja's Note:

Great ingredients create a delicious and unique taste for everyday green beans. Try these when you want to add extra punch to your meal!

• Total Time: 25 mins
• Prep Time: 7 mins
• Cook Time: 18 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 1 (4 ounce) package sliced pancetta, chopped
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced shallot
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 -1 1/2 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
• 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions:

1. Cook pancetta in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until crisp, about 5 minutes. Remove pancetta with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels; reserve drippings in pan.
2. Add shallots to the skillet drippings; cook over medium-high heat until golden brown, about 6 minutes. Add balsamic vinegar and cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat.
3. Place green beans in large pot of lightly salted, boiling water. Cook until just crisp-tender, 5-6 minutes. Drain immediately and add green beans to shallot mixture; season with salt and pepper. Toss until coated, place in dish, sprinkle pancetta over top, and serve.

Reviews

[diner524]

Loved the beans and pancetta!!! I left the pancetta sliced while cooking and then just crumbled most of it to sprinkle on top. I have a recipe that is similar but uses bacon. Thanks for sharing the recipe. Made for "Best of 2012" Recipe Tag Game.

[Mikekey]

Wow! I think I have a new favorite way to do beans! Great flavors and textures and very easy to do. Made for My 3 Chefs game.