Balsamic Pancetta Green Beans With Shallots

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

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.

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.

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.

pancetta, shallot, balsamic vinegar, fresh green beans, coarse salt, ground black pepper