Dutch Green Beans

One of those old fashioned pennsylvania dutch recipes that warms the heart. from the us regional cookbook, chicago culinary arts institute, 1947

Cook beans in boiling salted water until tender , about 15 to 20 minutes.

Drain.

Cut bacon in small pieces and fry until crisp , reserving 2 tablespoons of fat.

Add onion to bacon and cook until a golden brown.

Add to beans.

Combine flour , sugar , mustard , salt and paprika.

Blend with the two tablespoons of bacon fat.

Brown well , stirring constantly.

Add vinegar and water and cook until thickened.

Pour over beans and let stand in a warm place for 1 / 2 hour before serving.

fresh green beans, bacon, onion, flour, sugar, dry mustard, salt, paprika, vinegar, water