Saucy Green Beans

This recipe was adapted from one found at Just Slow Cooking.com

• Ready In: 7 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  lb fresh green beans or 1  lb  purple  beans, topped and tailed
• 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 2  slices crisp bacon, crumbled (optional)
• 4  cloves garlic, minced
• 1  teaspoon dried rosemary or 1  teaspoon thyme
• 1⁄8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
•  salt

Directions

1. Combine the beans, tomatoes, bacon (if using), garlic, rosemary (or thyme) and pepper in slow cooker.
2. Cover and cook on LOW until the beans are tender, 5 to 7 hours.
3. Add salt to taste if desired.