1⅔ cups water
4 ounces fatback
4 ounces cooked ham or ham hock
2 tablespoons bacon grease
¼ teaspoon brown sugar
Salt and pepper
1 (28-ounce) can Italian cut green beans
In a medium-size stockpot on medium heat combine the water, fatback, cooked ham or ham hock, bacon grease, brown sugar, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil. Drain the green beans and add the beans to the boiling stockpot. Return the green beans to a boil and allow to slowly boil for 20 to 25 minutes to season.
YIELD: 4 TO 6 SERVINGS