Balsamic Brown Sugar Glazed Beans

Trim the beans and cut into 2-inch lengths.

Bring a pan of water to the boil , add the beans and time 4 to 5 minutes.

Add bell pepper and cook 1 minute.

Test beans for tenderness.

Continue cooking a minute or so longer if necessary.

Drain and rinse with cold water until cooled.

Pat dry with paper towels.

Melt a tablespoon butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat.

When hot , put pecans in pan and saute 4 minutes.

Remove from the pan and set aside.

Put remaining 2 tablespoons butter in pan and melt.

Add balsamic vinegar , brown sugar , salt and pepper.

Stir until sugar has melted and mixture has thickened.

Add beans and peppers , tossing a few minutes until hot and glazed.

Add pecans and serve.

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