The Best Green Bean Bundles Ever
Elevate your side dish game with *The Best Green Bean Bundles Ever*—a show-stopping recipe that’s as delicious as it is visually stunning. Crisp, tender green beans are wrapped in smoky, savory bacon and glazed with a buttery, sweet-savory sauce made from brown sugar, garlic, and soy sauce. Blanched to perfection before being oven-roasted, these bundles boast the perfect balance of freshness, sweetness, and umami richness. With just 15 minutes of prep time before heading to the oven, this easy yet elegant dish is ideal for holiday feasts, dinner parties, or even weeknight indulgence. Serve these bacon-wrapped green bean bundles as a side dish or appetizer, and watch them disappear from your table in minutes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 8 pieces bacon slices
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Trim the ends off the green beans and blanch them in a pot of boiling, salted water for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Pat dry with a clean towel.
Divide the green beans into 8 equal portions (about 8–10 beans per bundle). Wrap each bundle with a slice of bacon, tucking the ends underneath to hold the bundle together. Place the bundles seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar, garlic powder, and soy sauce until fully combined.
Using a basting brush or spoon, generously coat each green bean bundle with the butter mixture. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and browned, and the green beans are tender.
Remove from the oven and let the bundles cool for 2–3 minutes before serving. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
962 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.0 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.5 g | 192% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 196 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 4442 mg | 193% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.5 g | ||
| Protein | 31.6 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 211 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1425 mg | 30% | |
*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.
