Hot German Beans

Cook 1 lb. green or wax beans, and drain, reserving liquid. Dice 4 slices bacon, and cook with diced onion until onion is golden. Add liquid from beans, and reduce to about ¼ cup. Add 1 Tbsp. sugar, ¼ cup vinegar, 1/8 tsp. thyme, and beans Heat; season to taste. Makes 4 servings.

String Beans

1 quart string beans

Salt and pepper    

Butter

Wash beans, string and snap or cut into short pieces. Cover with least possible amount of boiling water and cook gently until tender. Salt the water just before cooking is completed. When done, drain and season with butter, salt, and pepper.

If the flavour of salt pork is liked, cut slice of salt pork into small pieces and fry until brown, then add 1 tablespoon flour, one cup hot water, and the beans. Simmer for a few minutes and serve hot.