Lizzy’s Green Beans

Ingredients

• 6 bacon strips, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 2 pounds fresh green beans
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1/2 cup water

Directions

1. In a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat, add the bacon and cook, while stirring, until crisp, about 5 minutes.

2. Add the green beans, the brown sugar, and the water to the bacon and cook, while stirring gently, until the mixture comes to a boil.

3. Reduce the heat to low.

4. Cover the skillet and simmer until the green beans are crisp-tender, about 15 minutes.

5. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the green beans and the bacon to a serving bowl.

6. Serve.