Farm Style Green Beans

Green beans and tomatoes make a great pair -- full of color and flavor.

Leave green beans whole or cut into 1-inch pieces.

In a large saucepan cook the beans in a small amount of boiling salted water about 10 minutes or until crisp-tender.

Drain.

Meanwhile , in a 10-inch skillet cook bacon over medium heat until crisp , stirring occasionally.

Remove bacon , reserving drippings in skillet.

Drain bacon on paper towels.

Set aside.

Cook and stir onion and mushrooms in reserved drippings over medium heat until tender.

Add tomato and salt.

Cook , uncovered , 2 to 3 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed.

Transfer beans to a serving platter or bowl.

Top with onion mixture.

Sprinkle bacon over the vegetables.

fresh green beans, bacon, onion, sliced mushrooms, chopped tomatoes, salt