Smothered Green Beans
Time to take your green beans on a flavor-packed adventure with these Smothered Green Beans! Perfect for a savory side dish that’s sure to steal the show. Let’s dive into this deliciousness!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 2 cans of cut green beans, drained
- 8 slices of bacon, chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup of brown sugar
- 1/4 cup of soy sauce
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
Sizzle Alert
In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Keep that amazing bacon grease in the skillet because there’s magic in it!
Veggie Magic
Add diced onions and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir them up in the bacon grease until the onions are nice and soft.
Sweet and Savory
Sprinkle in the brown sugar and give it a stir till it melts into a sweet, sticky dream.
Flavor Fusion
Pour in the soy sauce and mix well. The kitchen should be smelling incredible right about now.
Green Bean TLC
Toss in the drained green beans and mix everything until the beans are fully coated in that delicious sauce.
Time to Simmer
Reduce the heat to low and let the beans simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will let all those flavors really come together.
Serve It Up
Once your beans are smothered to perfection, transfer them to a serving dish and sprinkle with black pepper to your taste. Enjoy the applause as everyone digs in!
Notes
Bacon Selection
Choose thick-cut bacon for extra flavor and texture.
Green Beans Options
You can use fresh or frozen green beans if preferred; adjust cooking time accordingly.
Storage Tips
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Serving Suggestions
These smothered green beans pair well with grilled meats or as part of a holiday spread.
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