Scrumptious Green Beans with Bacon
Green beans are often the unsung heroes of dinner tables, but not when they're transformed into my Scrumptious Green Beans with Bacon! This dish elevates the humble green bean into something truly special, combining the fresh snap of the beans with the rich, smoky flavor of bacon, all wrapped in a medley of savory seasonings.
From Simple to Spectacular
The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and depth of flavor. With just a handful of ingredients like fresh green beans, diced white onion, and Hormel's Black Label Real Chopped Bacon, you can create a side dish that's both nutritious and indulgent. The addition of minced garlic, salt, pepper, and an Italian herb seasoning blend infuses every bite with warmth and complexity.
Cooking Up Comfort
Here’s how you can make this in your kitchen:
- Start with 1 pound of fresh green beans, cleaned and prepped.
- Combine them in a 2-quart pan with diced onions, chopped bacon, garlic, seasonings, and chicken broth (or vegetable).
- Bring everything to a lively simmer, then let it cook down, covered, until the beans are tender and the flavors have melded together, leaving just a hint of the broth behind.
The final touch of unsalted butter melds all the flavors, giving the dish a rich, satisfying finish. This recipe not only simplifies your meal prep but also ensures that every bite is packed with taste.
Perfect for Any Occasion
Whether you're looking for the perfect side for Thanksgiving, a complement to your Sunday Savory Gluten Free Chicken and Dumpling, or just a tasty way to enjoy your greens, these Scrumptious Green Beans with Bacon are versatile, delicious, and sure to be a crowd-pleaser. They’re easy enough for a weeknight dinner yet impressive for when you have guests over.
Why You'll Love This Recipe:
- Flavorful: The bacon and herbs turn ordinary green beans into a gourmet treat.
- Nutritious: Green beans are a great source of vitamins and fiber, making this dish not just tasty but good for you too.
- Effortless: With minimal prep and just one pot, you get maximum flavor with minimal fuss.
Try this recipe and let it become your new go-to side dish. Your taste buds (and your dinner guests) will thank you!
Savor the simplicity and flavor of my Scrumptious Green Beans with Bacon! Fresh green beans are elevated with Hormel's Black Label Bacon, slow simmered with onions, garlic, and an array of herbs to perfection in a savory broth. This dish promises to be the highlight of any meal with its rich, comforting taste.
- 1 pound Fresh Green Beans (cleaned, cut, stems removed)
- 1/2 cup White Onion (diced)
- 2 Tbsp Hormel Black Label Real Chopped Bacon (in 3.5 oz pouch)
- 1 tsp Minced Garlic
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Italian Herb Seasoning Blend
- 1 cup Gluten Free Chicken Broth (can sub with vegetable broth)
- 1 Tbsp Unsalted Butter
- Using a colander, wash the green beans thoroughly under cool water and drain well. Trim off the stem ends. Snap beans in half.
Place green beans in a 2 quart sized pan. Add the remaining ingredients except for the butter.
- Bring to a rolling simmer on medium high heat. Stir and reduce the heat to medium low.
Cover and slow simmer 15-20 minutes or until green beans are to your preferred tenderness.
Turn off heat, add the butter and toss to coat the green beans. Serve immediately.