Description
A comforting side dish featuring fresh green beans and crispy bacon, seasoned perfectly for the ultimate flavor experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 4 slices of bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the chopped bacon. Sauté until crispy, about 8 minutes.
- Remove the bacon: Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked bacon to a plate lined with paper towels. Leave the drippings in the skillet.
- Sauté aromatics: In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Add the green beans: Toss in the trimmed green beans and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in the broth: Stir in chicken broth, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer to tenderness: Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until green beans are tender.
- Stir in bacon: Fold the crispy bacon back into the green beans just before serving.
Notes
For make-ahead tips, prep the bacon and chop the vegetables ahead of time. Store in the refrigerator and cook within 24 hours for optimal freshness. Consider adding balsamic vinegar or slivered almonds for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg