Crack Green Beans: Sweet and Savory Side Dish Delight

Crack Green Beans are a delicious combination of crispy bacon and a sweet glaze, perfect for a delightful side dish.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Sides

Cuisine: Southern

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Beans

1 pound Green Beans Fresh or thawed frozen

For the Glaze

6 slices Bacon Thick-cut
2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced
2 tablespoons Butter Unsalted preferred
2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Gluten-free option available
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper
1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes Optional

Equipment

large skillet

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Wash and trim the green beans, ensuring they are ready for cooking.
Cook the chopped thick-cut bacon in a skillet over medium heat for 6-8 minutes until crispy.
Sauté minced garlic in the bacon fat for about 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the green beans to the skillet, sautéing for 6-8 minutes until tender-crisp.
Stir in butter, brown sugar, and soy sauce, cooking until the butter has melted and a glaze forms.
Return the crispy bacon to the skillet, mixing everything well and cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
Transfer to a serving bowl and enjoy warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Crack Green Beans enhance every meal with their irresistible flavor.

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