Old Fashioned Green Beans

Directions

1. 1
   If using fresh beans, wash thoroughly.
2. 2
   Fry bacon or lard or salt pork until you can see quite a bit of grease.
3. 3
   Be careful not to burn the seasoning meat.
4. 4
   Add green beans and cover with water.
5. 5
   Water level should be higher than beans.
6. 6
   Bring to a rolling boil.
7. 7
   Reduce heat and simmer, covered for at least 2 hours.
8. 8
   After beans have simmered for at least 2 hours, uncover and bring to a rolling boil.
9. 9
   Boil until there is hardly any water left in the beans.
10. 10
    Serve.