Green Beans and Bacon
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible Green Beans and Bacon recipe, the perfect blend of savory flavors and vibrant textures. Crisp-tender green beans are steamed to perfection, then tossed with crispy, smoky bacon and a touch of garlic for an aromatic twist. A pat of unsalted butter adds richness, while a sprinkle of salt and black pepper enhances the natural flavors. Made in just 30 minutes with a handful of simple ingredients, this dish is a crowd-pleasing option for family dinners, holiday feasts, or any occasion in need of a comforting yet elegant side. Try this easy, one-skillet recipe for a flavorful addition to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound green beans
- 6 slices bacon
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
Wash and trim the ends off the green beans. Set them aside.
Slice the bacon into 1-inch pieces.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon pieces until crispy, about 7-8 minutes. Remove the cooked bacon with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve about 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease in the skillet and discard the rest.
Mince the garlic cloves.
In the same skillet with the reserved bacon grease, add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to coat in the grease. Pour in 1/4 cup of water and cover the skillet with a lid. Steam the green beans for 5-6 minutes, or until they’re tender but still crisp. Stir occasionally.
Remove the lid and let any remaining water evaporate. Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet and stir it into the green beans.
Sprinkle the green beans with salt and black pepper, then add the crispy bacon pieces back into the skillet. Stir to combine evenly.
Serve the green beans and bacon warm as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
119 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.5 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 403 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 306 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
