Nutrition Notes

Are Green Beans Good for You?

Green beans are a low-carb vegetable that offers small amounts of a lot of nutrients, including fiber, folate and vitamins A and C. They have virtually no fat and offer a little bit of plant protein, according to the USDA.

Is Bacon Healthy?

While bacon may not be considered healthy due to its saturated fat content, it offers a flavor that really can’t be reproduced by anything else. And you don’t need a lot of bacon to get the flavor from it. With that said, bacon does offer some important nutrients, including protein, potassium, phosphorus, selenium and B vitamins, per the USDA.

Tips from the Test Kitchen

Is There a Substitute for the Shallot?

Yes. For this recipe, 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion is the next best option if you don’t have a shallot on hand.

Additional reporting by Carrie Myers, M.S. and Linda Frahm