Description
Crack Green Beans are a delightful side dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors, making them an irresistible addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh green beans (or 2 cans French-style green beans)
- 6 slices bacon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Green Beans: Wash fresh green beans thoroughly or drain canned beans well.
- Cook the Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy, then crumble it into small pieces.
- Mix the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic powder; stir until well blended.
- Combine Ingredients: Add prepared green beans to a baking dish and pour the sauce over them. Toss in crumbled bacon until evenly coated.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for about 30 minutes until bubbly and caramelized.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg