Gourmet Green Beans

This is a very special green bean dish for company or holiday entertaining.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

In a dutch oven or large saucepan , cook beans in boiling salted water only until about half-cooked.

Drain beans and set aside.

Cut the bacon in small pieces and brown in a large skillet over medium heat.

Remove bacon from skillet with slotted spoon and set aside.

Add onion , garlic and mushrooms to bacon fat and drippings in skillet.

Saute until tender-crisp.

In large mixing bowl , combine beans , bacon and sauteed vegetables with wine and cheese.

Place mixture in casserole dish and bake for 30 minutes.

bacon, fresh mushrooms, onion, garlic cloves, fresh green beans, white wine, parmesan cheese