Runner Bean Mash (Snijbonen Stamppot)

Ingredients

• Runner Beans — 400 g
• Garlic — 1 pcs
• Onion — 1 pcs
• Potatoes — 800 g
• Butter — 25 g
• Mustard — 1 tbsp
• Milk — 1 pcs
• Cheese — 100 g
• Bacon — 75 g
• Salt

Steps

1. Wash and chop the runner beans. Place in a saucepan with salted water and bring to a boil.
2. Cook the beans for about 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Meanwhile, add the potatoes and cook until tender.
4. Heat a small skillet with a little butter and sauté the onion until translucent. Add the garlic and cook briefly. Add the runner beans to the pan and stir-fry for a few minutes.
5. Meanwhile, mash the potatoes with a masher. Add a knob of butter and a splash of milk. Add the bean mixture and grated cheese. Season with salt, pepper and mustard.
6. Fry the bacon and serve with the bean mash.