Green Bean Bundles

1. 1

   Fill a large saucepan with water and bring it to a boil over high heat.

2. 2

   Wash and trim the beans.

3. 3

   Add the beans to the boiling water and blanch for 3 to 4 minutes, until the beans are pliable but still crunchy.

4. 4

   Drain the beans and run them under cold water. Pat dry with paper towels or a clean dish towel and place them in a shallow ovenproof casserole.

5. 5

   In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

6. 6

   Stir in the dry mustard, brown sugar, garlic and salt.

7. 7

   Pour the butter mixture over the green beans, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

8. 8

   Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

9. 9

   Make a bundle of 8 or 9 beans, wrap half a bacon slice around each bundle, securing with a toothpick, and arrange in a single layer in the same casserole used for marinating.

10. 10

    Bake, uncovered, for 45 minutes or until the bacon is cooked and the beans look wrinkled.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.