Creole Green Beans

• 1 package (16 ounces) frozen cut green beans
• 5 bacon strips, diced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained

Cook beans according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook bacon, onion and green pepper over medium heat until bacon is crisp and vegetables are tender. Remove with a slotted spoon.

Stir the flour, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper and mustard into the drippings until blended. Stir in tomatoes. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Drain beans and add to skillet. Stir in bacon mixture.

Yield: 6 servings.