Side Dish: United States – Style Green Beans

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Serving Size: 6

Approximate Time

Prep 10 min

Cook 45 min

Total 55 min

Ingredients

1 lb (450 g) fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
4 slices bacon, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a large skillet or pot, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
2. Add the chopped onion to the bacon drippings and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute.
3. Stir in the green beans, chicken broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then cover and reduce the heat to low.
4. Cook the green beans for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
5. Before serving, sprinkle the cooked bacon over the green beans. Serve warm as a comforting side dish.