Wing-Ding Macaroni Casserole

1. 1

   Wash and drain a batch of firm green beans.

2. 2

   Remove ends and strings.

3. 3

   Use a large darning needle with heavy white thread and thread through the pod near the middle of each bean, pushing them along the thread so that they are about 1/4-inch apart.

4. 4

   Hang up strings of beans in a warm, well-ventilated place to dry.

5. 5

   They will shrivel and turn greenish gray.

6. 6

   Cover with warm water and soak overnight.

7. 7

   Drain, renew water and parboil slowly for a half hour.

8. 8

   Drain again.

9. 9

   Cook slowly with ham hock or salted pork until tender.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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