Southern Green Beans with Bacon: A Savory Twist on Tradition
Enjoy a delightful side dish with our Southern Green Beans with Bacon recipe, combining freshness and savory flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 4 strips bacon
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon, crumble, and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Add the green beans, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
- Pour in the chicken broth and cover, cooking for about 10-15 minutes until beans are tender.
- Remove the lid, add crumbled bacon, and stir well.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a dash of red pepper flakes.
- Fresh or frozen green beans can be used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 10 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 6 grams
- Cholesterol: 15 mg