Crack Green Beans

Why Make This Recipe

Let’s be real: Crack Green Beans might just be the most addictive dish you’ll ever whip up. Okay, maybe that’s a slight exaggeration, but once you try these sweet and savory green beans, you’ll understand why they’ve earned their name. The combo of bacon, garlic, and a dash of soy sauce transforms plain old green beans into a mouthwatering side that’ll have everyone at your table begging for seconds. Plus, they’re super easy to make—who doesn’t love a low-effort, high-reward recipe? 🙌

How to Make Crack Green Beans

You know what’s even better than eating delicious food? Making it with minimal fuss. This recipe only has a handful of steps that even your kids can help with (if they’re in the mood). Here’s what to expect:

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. This isn’t just for the ambiance; you need it hot for those beans to cook up nicely.
2. Get your baking dish ready. Grease a 9×13 dish—don’t skip this step unless you want a sticky situation.
3. Mix it all up. Whisk your sauce ingredients together. Pro tip: it should smell heavenly!
4. Load those beans. Toss the green beans in the baking dish, layer on the bacon, and pour that glorious sauce over everything.
5. Let them bake. Set a timer for 40 minutes and resist the urge to peek too often (your beans need their beauty rest).

Ingredients

• ¾ C melted butter
• 5 cans cut green beans, drained (trust me, fresh isn’t necessary here)
• 1 ½ tsp. garlic powder (or fresh, if you’re feeling fancy)
• 8 slices of bacon, cooked and chopped (what’s better than bacon? Unchopped bacon, that’s what)
• 2 Tbsp. soy sauce
• ⅔ C light brown sugar (the magic sweet ingredient!)

Directions

1. Heat your oven to 350 degrees.
2. Place the green beans into a well-greased 9×13 baking dish.
3. Whisk together the brown sugar, melted butter, soy sauce, and garlic in a separate bowl.
4. Sprinkle the bacon over the green beans like you’re a culinary Picasso.
5. Pour the sauce mixture over the green beans and bacon. Make it rain flavor!
6. Bake for 40 minutes. Embrace the delicious smells wafting through your kitchen during this time—you’re welcome!

How to Serve Crack Green Beans

Serving these bad boys is as easy as pie (or shall I say, as easy as green beans?). You can put them in a fancy bowl to impress your guests or just serve them right from the baking dish—no judgment here! They make a perfect side dish for grilled meats, holiday dinners, or even a casual weeknight meal. Just be prepared for compliments. 😉

How to Store Crack Green Beans

Got leftovers? First of all, you’re a legend. To store your Crack Green Beans, let them cool down completely. Pop them in an airtight container in the fridge, and they’ll last for about 3 to 4 days. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months, though you might lose some of the crispy bacon goodness during the thawing process.

Tips to Make Crack Green Beans

• Bacon Lovers Unite: Feel free to go full hog and use more bacon—who doesn’t love extra bacon? Just make sure you also add a bit more of the other ingredients to keep the balance.
• Veggie Alternatives: If you want to mix things up, you can toss in some other veggies like sliced mushrooms or even carrots for added color and texture. 🌈
• Less Sweet? If sweet isn’t your jam, reduce the amount of brown sugar. You do you!

Variation

Sometimes a little change can make a big impact. Here’s a quick variation to consider: instead of regular bacon, try maple bacon for an added sweet twist. Or sprinkle some crushed red pepper flakes for a little spicy kick. #LivingOnTheEdge 😁

FAQs

1. Can I use fresh green beans instead?

   • Absolutely! Just steam them a bit before adding them to the baking dish to ensure they get cooked through.

2. What if I don’t have soy sauce?

   • No soy sauce? No problem! You can swap in worcestershire sauce for a slightly different flavor profile.

3. Are these beans good for meal prep?

   • Totally! They pack well for lunches and taste even better the next day—if you can resist eating them all right away!

Go ahead and give these Crack Green Beans a shot. You won’t regret it—unless you find yourself craving them at 2 AM. 😉

Crack Green Beans

These addictive sweet and savory green beans, made with bacon, garlic, and soy sauce, are an easy side dish that everyone will love.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• ¾ C melted butter
• 5 cans cut green beans, drained Fresh beans aren’t necessary for this recipe.
• 1 ½ tsp. garlic powder Fresh garlic can be used as an alternative.
• 8 slices bacon, cooked and chopped Feel free to use more bacon for extra flavor.
• 2 Tbsp. soy sauce Worcestershire sauce can be used instead if necessary.
• ⅔ C light brown sugar Adjust amount for less sweetness if desired.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
2. Grease a 9x13 baking dish.

Mixing and Assembling

1. Whisk together the brown sugar, melted butter, soy sauce, and garlic in a separate bowl.
2. Place the green beans into the greased baking dish.
3. Sprinkle the chopped bacon over the green beans.
4. Pour the sauce mixture over the green beans and bacon.

Baking

1. Bake for 40 minutes.

Notes

Serve in a fancy bowl or directly from the baking dish. These beans pair well with grilled meats, holiday dinners, or casual weeknight meals. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.