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OLD-FASHIONED SOUTHERN GREEN BEANS WITH BACON

Mom’s Old-Fashioned Southern Green Beans with Bacon Recipe


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  • Author: flavorcheap_firstpin
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

Classic Southern-style green beans cooked with bacon for a rich flavor.


Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp sugar


Instructions

  1. Cook bacon in a skillet until crisp, then remove and set aside.
  2. Add onion to bacon grease and cook until soft.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Add green beans, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and sugar.
  5. Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  6. Stir in cooked bacon before serving.

Notes

  • Trim ends from green beans before cooking.
  • Simmer until beans are tender.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Southern