Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash and trim the fresh green beans.

2. 2

   Bring a pot of water to a boil and add salt. Blanch the green beans for 2–3 minutes, until they turn vibrant green.

3. 3

   Remove green beans from boiling water and immediately place in an ice bath or run under cold water to stop the cooking process.

4. 4

   Once cooled, pat the green beans dry and place them in a large bowl.

5. 5

   Toss green beans with olive oil and favorite seasonings to taste. Omit salt initially since the bacon is salty; add a pinch if desired.

6. 6

   Preheat oven to 400°F.

7. 7

   Cut raw bacon strips in half to prepare for bundling.

8. 8

   Gather about 5–7 green beans per bundle, wrap a piece of bacon around the center, and secure with a toothpick.

9. 9

   Arrange bundles in rows on a foil-lined baking sheet.

10. 10

    Bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until bacon is cooked through and bundles are crispy to your liking.