Green Beans With Bacon
Green beans with bacon is a classic side dish that combines the freshness of green beans with the savory flavor of bacon. This recipe is perfect for a quick and delicious addition to any meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the green beans for 3-4 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the skillet.
- Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
- Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and sauté for 5-6 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
- Season with salt and pepper, then stir in the cooked bacon.
- Transfer the green beans with bacon to a serving dish and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Pot Skillet Serving dish
Tools
Knife Cutting board Wooden spoon
Serving suggestions
Serve the green beans with bacon alongside grilled chicken or steak for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Tips & tricks
For a smoky flavor, you can also grill the green beans and bacon on a barbecue instead of cooking them on the stovetop.
Cost
$8