Description
Southern Green Beans are a comforting and flavorful side dish that will elevate any meal. These vibrant green beans are sautéed in savory bacon drippings, combined with tender onions and aromatic garlic for a burst of deliciousness. Perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners, this recipe is easy to prepare and guaranteed to leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse green beans under cold water and trim both ends.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Remove from the pan but reserve drippings.
- Sauté chopped onion in the bacon fat until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in green beans to coat with the onion and garlic mixture.
- Pour in chicken broth, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Crumble cooked bacon back into the skillet, season with salt and pepper, then serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding cherry tomatoes or crushed red pepper flakes. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days; reheat on medium heat with a splash of water.