Fresh string beans work the best - home grown or store bought!!

4	Strips	Bacon
2	Cups	Fresh string beans
		cleaned and cut into 11/2" pieces
1	Cup	Water
1/2	Cup	Onion, chopped
2	Tbsp.	Minced fresh basil OR
2	Tsps.	Dried basil
1	Bay leaf
1/4	Tsp.	Dill seed
1/4	Tsp.	Garlic powder
1/8 to 1/4	Tsp.	Salt
1/8	Tsp.	Pepper

In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon; crumble and set aside. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. Add beans, water, onion and seasonings to drippings; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 15 to 20 minutes or until beans are tender. Discard bay leaf. Stir in crumbled bacon and serve while warm.

YIELD: 2 servings.