Description
Every busy mom knows the struggle of turning fresh ingredients into a meal that dazzles. I’ve been there, racing against the clock, trying to bring smiles to my family’s faces during dinner. Enter Crack Green Beans, the perfect solution for a speedy but delicious side dish. With fresh green beans and crispy bacon, this recipe not only bursts with flavor but is super simple to whip up. Trust me, these little green gems have the power to transform any meal into something special, making them a go-to for impressing loved ones. Let’s dive into this culinary adventure!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ pounds fresh green beans, trimmed (or thawed frozen green beans)
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and trim green beans; pat dry if using frozen.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Leave about 1–2 tablespoons of bacon fat in the pan. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in the green beans and sauté for 6–8 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Add butter, brown sugar, and soy sauce. Stir until everything melts into a glaze that coats the beans.
- Return bacon to the skillet, toss everything together, and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can reduce the amount of bacon or use turkey bacon.
- This dish pairs well with grilled meats and fish.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more or less brown sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg