Country-Style Green Beans

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INGREDIENTS

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and snapped into 1-inch pieces
5 slices bacon, cut into small pieces or 1 smoked ham hock
1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1-1/3 cups water
Salt to taste

Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan. Cover and simmer about 1 hour, or until beans are done to your taste.