Best 4 Bacon Braised Green Beans Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our selection of bacon-braised green bean recipes. From classic Southern comfort food to innovative culinary creations, these dishes will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Discover the perfect balance of smoky bacon, tender green beans, and aromatic herbs in our featured recipes. Whether you prefer a quick and easy skillet meal or aじっくり煮込んだcasseole, we have something for every home chef. Get ready to elevate your next meal with the irresistible combination of bacon and green beans.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDMA'S GREEN BEANS WITH BACON VINAIGRETTE



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Ridiculously good beans that make a great side dish to just about anything. One of those recipes that grandma made for years that we could never get enough of. Garnish with sliced or slivered almonds.

Provided by Sarahbeara

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 slices bacon
2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
½ cup finely chopped onion
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup white vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dry mustard
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crisp, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add green beans, cover, and steam until tender-crisp, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain.
  • Drain bacon slices on paper towels, reserving grease in the skillet. Saute onion in the bacon grease until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in brown sugar, vinegar, salt, mustard, and pepper. Stir well, scraping up any onion bits off the bottom of the skillet. Cook until bubbling, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Add green beans to the skillet with the sauce; toss to coat well. Chop cooked bacon and stir into the beans. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.7 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 260.4 mg, Sugar 15.4 g

GREEN BEANS WITH BACON



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A green bean recipe with bacon that my kids love.

Provided by Susan Prestel

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

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

Steps:

  • 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.
  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 7.7 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 301.2 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

QUICK-BRAISED GREENS AND BEANS WITH BACON



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These stewed greens develop deep flavor thanks to a quick onion-garlic broth and bacon, used two ways. Sliced bacon is cooked until tender, blending in but imparting its smoky, porky essence, while crisp bacon morsels are sprinkled on top for a salty, crunchy hit. This 30-minute dish is great spooned over rice or polenta, or alongside buttery cornbread for a hearty weeknight meal, but you could also top it with an egg to bring it into brunch territory.

Provided by Genevieve Ko

Categories     vegetables, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 bunches dark and sturdy leafy greens, like collards, kale or mustard greens (about 1 pound)
4 bacon slices
1 large red onion (about 1 pound), finely chopped
Kosher salt and black pepper
6 garlic cloves, sliced
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 cup chicken or vegetable stock
2 (15-ounce) cans red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon hot sauce, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Prepare the greens: Cut the tough stems out of the greens and discard. Stack the leaves, roll tightly crosswise and slice into 3/4-inch-wide ribbons. Transfer to a large bowl, cover with cold water and swish to remove grit. Transfer greens to a colander, cleaning them a second time if the water remaining in the bowl is visibly dirty.
  • Cook 2 bacon slices in a large Dutch oven or other heavy pot over medium heat, turning occasionally, until browned and crisp, about 6 minutes. Transfer the cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate. Meanwhile, cut the remaining 2 bacon slices crosswise into 1/4-inch-wide strips.
  • Add the 1/4-inch bacon strips to the hot bacon fat and cook, stirring, until the fat in the bacon strips starts to render, about 1 minute. Add the onion and a pinch each of salt and pepper and cook, stirring often, until golden brown around the edges, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and sage and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Stir in the stock, scraping up any browned bits on the bottom of the pot. Cover, reduce the heat to low and simmer, 5 minutes.
  • Increase the heat to medium, add the greens, season with salt and pepper and stir until just wilted, about 2 minutes. Cover and cook until tender with a little bite, about 3 minutes.
  • Uncover and add the beans and hot sauce. Stir until the beans are heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide among serving dishes and crumble the cooked bacon slices on top. Serve with more hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 326, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 18 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 831 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BRAISED GREEN BEANS



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These beans are simmered in chicken broth. They are a good side dish for hanger steak, roast chicken, or shrimp.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup chicken broth
5 peeled cloves garlic
1 pound trimmed green beans
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
Salt and pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil
Lemon slices

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, bring chicken broth and garlic to a simmer over medium-high. Add green beans and thyme; cover and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, drizzle with olive oil, and serve with lemon slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right green beans: Look for fresh, tender green beans with no blemishes or bruises. Avoid beans that are limp or wilted.
  • Trim the green beans: Before cooking, trim the ends of the green beans. You can also snap the beans in half if you prefer.
  • Cook the bacon: Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside.
  • Sauté the onions and garlic: Add the onions and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened. About 5 minutes.
  • Add the green beans: Add the green beans to the skillet and cook until they are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the bacon and seasonings: Add the cooked bacon, salt, pepper, and thyme to the skillet. Stir to combine.
  • Serve: Serve the bacon-braised green beans immediately.

Conclusion:

Bacon-braised green beans are a simple but delicious side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The bacon adds a smoky flavor to the green beans, while the onions and garlic add sweetness and depth of flavor. The thyme adds a subtle herbal flavor that rounds out the dish. This dish is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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