Green Beans with Bacon

Green Beans with Bacon

A green bean recipe with bacon that my kids love.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 3 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 ½ cups fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • sea salt to taste
  • 3 slices smoked bacon, cut into small strips, or to taste
  • 4 tablespoons chicken broth, or more as needed

Directions

Step 1
Heat oil in a skillet over low heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in green beans and brown sugar, and season with sea salt. Add bacon, increase heat to medium, and stir.

Step 2
Pour chicken broth into the pan, cover, and let simmer for 10 minutes. Stir, adding more broth if needed. Cover and cook for another 10 minutes. Stir, uncover, and simmer over low heat until liquid evaporates, about 10 minutes more. Serve.

Cook’s Note:

You can use frozen green beans instead of fresh, if preferred.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

104
Calories
7g
Fat
9g
Carbs
4g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 104
% Daily Value *
Total Fat7g 8%
Saturated Fat1g 7%
Cholesterol8mg 3%
Sodium301mg 13%
Total Carbohydrate9g 3%
Dietary Fiber2g 9%
Total Sugars4g
Protein4g
Vitamin C11mg 57%
Calcium30mg 2%
Iron2mg 10%
Potassium190mg 4%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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