Salade Liegeoise

Directions

1. 1
   Place the potatoes in a large saucepan of salted water, bring to the boil and cook for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.
2. 2
   Meanwhile, place the beans in a large saucepan, cover with cold water and season with salt.
3. 3
   Bring to the boil then reduce the heat and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until just tender.
4. 4
   Meanwhile, heat the butter in a frying pan, add the bacon and fry for 5 minutes, turning from time to time.
5. 5
   Add the wine vinegar to the frying pan and boil rapidly, scraping up any bits of bacon.
6. 6
   Continue to boil until reduced by 2/3rds.
7. 7
   Meanwhile, drain the cooked potatoes then peel them and cut them into slices.
8. 8
   Drain the beans and arrange in a salad bowl.
9. 9
   Place the potatoes around the outsides, sprinkle with the chopped parsley and scallions then pour the diced bacon together with the vinegar over the top.
10. 10
    Serve warm.