New England Green Beans

• 1/2 cup chestnuts
• 1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
• 3/4 cup dried cranberries
• 4 thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

1. With a small sharp knife, score an "X" on the rounded side of each chestnut, being careful not to cut through the nutmeat. Place chestnuts on an ungreased
2. . Bake at 425u0b0 for 15-20 minutes or until tender. When cool enough to handle, peel and chop chestnuts.
3. Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook for 6-7 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add cranberries during the last minute of cooking time.
4. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon and onion over medium heat until bacon is crisp; drain. Drain bean mixture; add to the skillet. Stir in the chestnuts, butter, maple syrup, salt and pepper; heat through.

chestnuts, green beans, cranberries, bacon, onion, butter, maple syrup, salt, pepper

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/new-england-green-beans/ (may not work)