INGREDIENTS
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2 pounds fresh haricots verts (tiny green beans), trimmed
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6 large shallots
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Vegetable oil
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1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
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1 tablespoon light brown sugar
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3 tablespoons butter
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Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
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1/2 cup lightly salted roasted almonds, coarsely chopped
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1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (about 5 slices)