In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp-tender (about 5 minutes). Place cooked bacon on paper towel, dry off grease and break up into small pieces.

Drain grease from pan and add brown sugar and water; stir to dissolve and bring to a boil.

Add beans and stir gently. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender.

Remove to a serving bowl with a slotted spoon.

Stir in bacon, season with salt, pepper and little butter before serving.