Bavarian Green Beans

1. 1

   Combine beans and a small amount of water in a saucepan, over a moderate flame.

2. 2

   Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and steam until tender and heated through.

3. 3

   Remove from heat, drain well.

4. 4

   Combine bacon and onions in a skillet, over a moderate flame heat and stir for 5-10 minutes, until lightly browned.

5. 5

   Add beer and sugar-mix well.

6. 6

   Season to taste with salt and pepper.

7. 7

   Heat to a boil.

8. 8

   Remove from heat, add the spaetzle and pour over beans.

9. 9

   Serve hot.

10. 10

    Here is a spaetzle recipe. I haven't tried it yet. I generally use the Recipe #2 from Norpro Spaetzle Maker package. I'll post that recipe as Spaetzle Recipe #2.

11. 11

    http://www.reluctantgourmet.com/blog/pasta-recipes/homemade-spaetzle-spatzle/.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.