Ingredients

6 thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped1 small onion, thinly sliced6 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth9 cups frozen french-style green beans, thawed1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice

Preparation

In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain. In the same skillet, saute onion in butter and oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in wine; bring to a boil. Simmer, uncovered, for 5-8 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half.

Add the green beans, salt, garlic powder and pepper; heat through. Stir in lemon juice and bacon.