Braune Bohnen

Directions

1. 1
   In a wide saucepan, melt the fat, and then slowly stir in the flour, until you have a dark brown roux.
2. 2
   Add enough water or meat broth to obtain a thick gravy.
3. 3
   Add salt, the onion with the two cloves, the bay leaf, and sugar, and slowly simmer for about 20 minutes.
4. 4
   Meanwhile cook the green beans in salted water until al dente.
5. 5
   Drain water.
6. 6
   Stir green beans into gravy and let steep for a few minutes before serving.