How to Make Green Beans with Bacon - A Step-by-Step Guide

Green beans are a classic side dish that never goes out of style. Whether you're making them for a weeknight dinner or a holiday feast, this recipe for green beans with bacon is sure to be a hit. The savory flavor of the bacon complements the crisp-tender texture of the green beans, making for a delicious and satisfying dish.

Not only is this recipe incredibly tasty, but it's also very simple to make. With just a handful of ingredients and a few easy steps, you can have a mouthwaterin...

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Ingredients

  • 3 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 ½ cups fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • sea salt to taste
  • 3 slices smoked bacon, cut into small strips, or to taste
  • 4 tablespoons chicken broth, or more as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat oil in a skillet over low heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in green beans and brown sugar, and season with sea salt. Add bacon, increase heat to medium, and stir.
  • Pour chicken broth into the pan, cover, and let simmer for 10 minutes. Stir, adding more broth if needed. Cover and cook for another 10 minutes. Stir, uncover, and simmer over low heat until liquid evaporates, about 10 minutes more. Serve.
  • Nutrition

    104 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 8mg
    • Sodium: 301mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 30mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 190mg