Snap Beans with Mustard and Country Ham
['1 tablespoon butter, bacon drippings, or vegetable oil', '3 ounces uncooked country ham, finely diced', '6 medium scallions, trimmed and coarsely chopped (including some green tops)', '1 pound tender young green beans, tipped and snapped in two if large', '1 1/2 cups chicken broth', '2 tablespoons all-purpose flour blended with 2 tablespoons cold water (thickener)', '2 teaspoons prepared yellow mustard', '1/4 teaspoon black pepper', 'or to taste']
1. Melt the butter in a large, heavy saucepan over moderate heat, add the ham and scallions, and cook, stirring now and then, for 5 to 8 minutes or until lightly browned.
2. Add the beans and broth and bring to a boil. Adjust the heat so the broth bubbles gently, cover, and cook for 12 to 15 minutes or until the beans are crisp-tender.
3. Meanwhile, combine the thickener and the mustard and set aside. As soon as the beans are done, whisk a little of the hot broth into the mustard mixture, stir back into the pan, add the pepper, and cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes or until the broth thickens. Continue cooking uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes or until the sauce has the consistency of a glaze.
4. Taste the beans for salt and pepper, adjust as needed, and serve straightaway.
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