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Southern-Style Green Beans

Tender, savory, and simmered to perfection, these Southern-style green beans are slow-cooked with bacon and onion in rich chicken broth for a flavorful side dish that tastes like home. Perfect with any comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 6
Calories 160 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 chopped in half
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crisp, about 10 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate. Do not clean the pot.
  • Add chopped onion to the pot and cook for about 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened.
  • Add sliced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add green beans, chicken broth, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour or until green beans are very tender. Check occasionally and add broth if needed.
  • Stir in butter and the cooked bacon. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

For even more Southern flavor, try adding a smoked ham hock or using homemade chicken stock. This recipe is perfect for holiday meals, Sunday suppers, or potlucks.

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcal
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