Fresh Green Bean Casserole(German) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 to 3 qt. fresh green beans
8 to 10 small new potatoes
1 1/2 to 2 c. water
salt and pepper
1 lb. bacon
1 onion, chopped
1/2 c. milk

Preparation

Clean and cut fresh green beans in 1-inch lengths.
Scrub new potatoes (do not peel).
Put beans and potatoes in large pan; add water and cook until tender.
Do not drain.
Cook bacon until crisp.
Crumble over beans.
Saute onion in bacon drippings, then add to beans and potatoes.
Add 1/2 cup milk.
Mix and heat up all ingredients.
Thicken to gravy consistency and serve.
Season to taste.