- 1 pound bacon
- 2/3 cup white sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
- 3/4 cup distilled white vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
- 1 (15 ounce) can green beans, drained
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can wax beans, drained
- 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
- Cut bacon into small pieces using kitchen shears, and place in a large skillet. Cook, turning frequently, over medium high heat until evenly browned. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup drippings. Set bacon aside.
- Return reserved drippings to skillet. Mix together sugar, cornstarch, and salt and pepper; blend into drippings. Stir in vinegar and water; cook and stir until boiling. Stir in drained beans. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Turn bean mixture into serving dish. Crumble bacon over beans.