Hot German Potato And Bean Skillet Dinner Recipes

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Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 pounds potatoes, peeled
1/2 cup vegetable shortening
1/2 cup chopped onions
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

In a large pot of salted water, boil the potatoes until they are just about fork tender. Do not overcook. Drain the potatoes and cool. Slice the potatoes about 1/4-inch thick.
In a large, heavy-sided cast iron skillet, add the shortening, onions, and potatoes and cook over medium heat until golden brown. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

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Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 package (16 ounces) frozen green beans, potatoes, onions and red peppers
2/3 cup vegetable or chicken broth
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 can (15 to 16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 to 16 ounces) garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons bacon flavor bits or chips, if desired

Steps:

Heat oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook vegetables in oil about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until hot.
Mix broth, vinegar, sugar and cornstarch; stir into vegetables. Heat to boiling. Boil, stirring constantly, until thickened.
Stir in beans. Cook until beans are hot. Sprinkle with bacon bits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 11 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 660 mg