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Southern-Style Green Beans with Bacon

This Southern-Style Green Beans with Bacon recipe transforms plain green beans into a soul-satisfying side dish that's quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, all made in one pan.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy.
  2. Remove the bacon and set it aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent.
  4. Toss in the green beans, stirring them to get all that delicious bacon flavor.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer.
  6. Reduce the heat, cover, and let it cook for 30-40 minutes until the green beans are tender.
  7. Season with salt and pepper, and stir in the bacon before serving.

Notes

Leftovers can last up to 3-4 days in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze them in a freezer-safe bag. Reheat using microwave or stovetop. You can also add crushed red pepper flakes for extra spice or substitute turkey bacon for a lighter version.