Southern Bacon and Green Beans
A simple and delicious side dish that combines fresh green beans with crispy bacon and savory flavors, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans (ends trimmed)
- 6 slices bacon (chopped)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar Feel free to adjust to taste.
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (optional) For added flavor.
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- to taste Salt
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.
- Add the diced onion to the skillet with the bacon grease. Cook until the onion is translucent and soft, about 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in the brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper with the onions. Cook for another 2 minutes until the mixture is fragrant.
- Add the green beans to the skillet. Toss to coat them in the onion and sugar mixture.
- Pour in the chicken broth (if using) and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the green beans cook until they are tender, about 15 minutes.
- Once the green beans are cooked to your desired tenderness, return the cooked bacon to the skillet. Stir well to combine and heat through for about 2 minutes.
- Season with salt to taste and serve hot.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, warm in a skillet over medium heat or microwave until hot. Green beans may lose some crispness upon reheating.