Stetson Steakhouse Green Beans

4 strips bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 (1.1 ounce) envelope of au jus mix
3 cups water
1 tablespoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon black pepper
Pinch white pepper
2 (14.5 ounce) cans whole green beans, drained, or
    1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed

In a large frying pan, fry the bacon until crisp. Remove to a paper towel to drain, reserving drippings. When the bacon is cool, crumble and set aside.

In a large saucepan add au jus mix, water, garlic powder, peppers and the bacon drippings. Stir well and bring to a boil. Add green beans and heat for 3 or 4 minutes if using canned green beans. If using fresh green beans, bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 8 to 10 minutes.

Served topped with bacon.