1 large onion, chopped
4 bacon strips, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon bourbon, optional
1. In a large saucepan, place steamer basket over 1 in. water. Place beans in basket. Bring water
to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a low boil; steam, covered, until crisp-tender, 4-5 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook onion and bacon over medium heat until bacon is crisp;
drain. Stir cranberries, syrup, salt, pepper and, if desired, bourbon into onion mixture. Add
beans; heat through, tossing to combine.
