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

Green beans are a versatile and delicious vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you're looking for a simple side dish or a way to add some green to your plate, green beans are a go-to option. But if you're tired of the same old green bean recipes, it's time to try something new. Introducing the Ultimate Green Beans recipe – a dish that takes this classic vegetable to a whole new level of flavor and delight.

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Ingredients

  • 2 slices bacon, diced
  • ½ white onion, minced
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ cup boiling water
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 5 servings

  • Cook the bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until crisp, about 10 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate; return the skillet with the reserved bacon grease to the stove.
  • Cook the onion in the bacon drippings until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the green beans and red pepper flakes; cook another 2 minutes. Pour the boiling water into the skillet and cover the skillet immediately; steam for about 15 minutes, shaking the skillet occasionally to keep the beans from sticking to the bottom. Add the butter, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; cook and stir until the butter is melted, 3 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle the cooked bacon over the beans to serve.
  • Nutrition

    105 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 14mg
    • Sodium: 116mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 39mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 237mg