Warm Green Bean and Potato Salad

Rev.CCJ's Note:

From Everyday Food (November 2009)

• Total Time: 45 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 1 lb red potatoes
• kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 slices bacon, cut crosswise into quarters
• 1/2 lb green beans, trimmed and cut into thirds
• 1 -2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Directions:

1. In a large saucepan, cover potatoes with 2 inches salted water. Bring to a simmer and cook until potatoes are just tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain thoroughly.
2. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high; add potatoes and garlic and season with salt and pepper. Cook, mashing slightly until golden brown in spots, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a serving dish and keep warm.
3. Add bacon to skillet. Cook until bacon is browned.
4. Add green beans and cook, stirring occasionally, until bright green and crisp-tender.
5. Add to potatoes along with lemon juice to taste.
6. Season with salt and pepper and toss gently to combine.