Grandma's Green Beans with Bacon Vinaigrette

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
• 1/4 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
2. Add the green beans and cook for 5 minutes or until the beans are just tender.
3. Drain the green beans and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Add the cooked green beans and bacon to the bowl and toss to coat.
6. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Interesting Facts

• Green beans are a good source of vitamins A, C, and K.
• Bacon adds a unique flavor to this dish, but can easily be omitted for a vegetarian version.
• Green beans can be cooked ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.