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Southern-Style Green Beans

Fresh green beans simmer with bacon, onion, garlic, red pepper, and chicken broth until tender, then finish with butter and crisp bacon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 53 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 8 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 8 servings
Calories 103 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 slices thick bacon, chopped
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flake
  • 2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed and halved
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 10 minutes. Remove bacon and set aside; keep bacon grease in the pot.
  • Add chopped onion and cook until soft, about 4 minutes. Stir in sliced garlic and red pepper flakes, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add green beans and chicken broth with a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 45-60 minutes until very tender. Add more broth if needed during cooking.
  • Stir in butter and reserved bacon. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.

Notes

These beans get even better the longer they simmer—just keep an eye on the liquid level. They’re a great make-ahead side!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 103kcalCarbohydrates: 9.4gProtein: 4.4gFat: 7.3gSaturated Fat: 3.1gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3.5g