How to Make Arkansas Green Beans - A Step-by-Step Guide

Arkansas green beans are a beloved Southern dish that combines fresh green beans with bacon, onions, and a dash of sugar for a sweet and savory flavor. This classic side dish is a staple at family gatherings, potlucks, and holiday feasts in the South, and it's easy to see why. The tender-crisp green beans paired with the smoky bacon and caramelized onions create a dish that is both comforting and delicious.

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Ingredients

  • 5 (15 ounce) cans green beans, drained
  • 7 slices bacon
  • ⅔ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup butter, melted
  • 7 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 10

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place drained green beans in a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Arrange bacon in a single layer on a microwave-safe plate. Cook in the microwave until slightly cooked, about 2 minutes. Lay bacon over green beans.
  • Mix together brown sugar, melted butter, soy sauce, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Pour over green beans and bacon.
  • Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    146 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 19mg
    • Sodium: 736mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 48mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 208mg