Bacon & Garlic Green Beans

Why Make This Recipe

Bacon & Garlic Green Beans is a delicious side dish that takes your everyday green beans to a whole new level. This recipe combines the crispiness of bacon with the rich flavor of garlic, making it a perfect addition to any meal. It’s quick to prepare and adds both flavor and nutrition to your plate.

How to Make Bacon & Garlic Green Beans

Ingredients:

• Green beans
• Bacon
• Garlic
• Olive oil
• Salt
• Pepper

Directions:

1. Trim the ends of the green beans.
2. In a skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy.
3. Remove the bacon and leave some fat in the skillet.
4. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds.
5. Add the green beans and sauté until tender but still crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
6. Crumble the cooked bacon and add it back to the skillet.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve warm.

How to Serve Bacon & Garlic Green Beans

You can serve Bacon & Garlic Green Beans as a side dish with grilled meats, roasted chicken, or fish. It also pairs well with rice or potatoes. For a complete meal, consider including a light salad or some crusty bread.

How to Store Bacon & Garlic Green Beans

If you have leftovers, let the green beans cool to room temperature. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, simply warm them in a pan or microwave until heated through.

Tips to Make Bacon & Garlic Green Beans

• Use fresh green beans for the best texture and taste.
• If you want a bit of spice, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic.
• For a vegetarian version, you can skip the bacon and use olive oil for flavor.
• Adjust the amount of garlic depending on your taste preference.

Variation

If you want to add more variety to this dish, consider adding sliced almonds or slivered walnuts for some crunch. You can also toss in other vegetables like cherry tomatoes or bell peppers just before serving for added color and nutrition.

FAQs

1. Can I use frozen green beans for this recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen green beans. Just make sure to thaw them before cooking to ensure even cooking.

2. How do I know when the green beans are done?
The green beans should be tender but still crisp. Taste them after about 5 minutes of sautéing to check for doneness.

3. Can I make this dish ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare it ahead of time and reheat it before serving. However, the texture may change slightly. The green beans may become softer when reheated.

Bacon & Garlic Green Beans

A delicious side dish that elevates ordinary green beans with the crispiness of bacon and rich flavor of garlic.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 1 pound Green beans Use fresh for best texture and taste.
• 4 slices Bacon Cook until crispy.
• 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil For sautéing.
• to taste Salt For seasoning.
• to taste Pepper For seasoning.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Trim the ends of the green beans.

Cooking

1. In a skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy.
2. Remove the bacon and leave some fat in the skillet.
3. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds.
4. Add the green beans and sauté until tender but still crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Crumble the cooked bacon and add it back to the skillet.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve warm.

Notes

For added spice, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic. For a vegetarian version, skip the bacon and use olive oil for flavor. Variations can include adding sliced almonds or other vegetables like cherry tomatoes.