A classic Southern side dish featuring tender green beans slowly cooked with bacon and onions for a rich, flavorful taste.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
1h
Ingredients
6 Servings
- 200 g bacon
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp butter
- 500 ml chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic
- 900 g green beans
- 1 onion
- 1 tsp salt
Directions
Step 1
In a large pot, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set it aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.
Step 2
Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until it becomes soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the green beans, chicken broth, salt, and pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer.
Step 5
Cover the pot and cook the green beans for about 1 hour or until they are tender, stirring occasionally.
Step 6
Once the green beans are cooked, stir in the butter and cooked bacon. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Step 7
Serve the green beans warm as a side dish.