**Tantalizing Green Beans Slow-Cooked with Bacon and Onions: A Symphony of Flavors**
Embark on a culinary journey with our delectable slow-cooked green beans, where smoky bacon, aromatic onions, and tender green beans intertwine to create a symphony of flavors. This classic Southern dish is elevated with a medley of seasonings, transforming simple ingredients into an extraordinary side dish that will steal the spotlight at any gathering. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, our step-by-step recipe guide ensures a hassle-free cooking experience. With variations ranging from a tangy tomato-based sauce to a creamy casserole, there's a recipe tailored to every palate. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and create a memorable dining experience with our slow-cooked green beans.
SLOW-COOKED FRESH GREEN BEANS WITH BACON, ONION, AND RED POTATOES
Nothing better than fresh seasonal ingredients, slow-cooked until they are melt-in-your-mouth tender.
Provided by Lisa Stella
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans
Time 2h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large Dutch oven and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove the bacon slices to a plate lined with paper towels, reserving some of the drippings in the Dutch oven.
- Stir onion in reserved drippings; cook and stir until browned, about 10 minutes. Stir garlic into the onion; cook until softened, 1 to 2 minutes. Pour broth into the Dutch oven; add green beans. Chop bacon and add to the Dutch oven.
- Bring the broth to a boil, reduce heat to low, and place a cover on the Dutch oven. Simmer the green bean mixture until the beans are tender, about 1 hour. Add potatoes; season with salt and pepper. Continue cooking until the potatoes are tender, about 30 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.2 calories, Carbohydrate 28.2 g, Cholesterol 12.7 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 707.9 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
SLOW-COOKED GREEN BEANS
Why take something that normally takes 5 minutes to cook and cook it for 2 hours? Because it produces one of the most delicious things you'll ever taste. There's going to be a lot of juice, and that's what you dip your corn bread into.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans
Time 2h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir bacon in the hot pan until almost crisp, about 6 minutes. Add onion; cook until browned bits of food on the bottom of the pan have dissolved in the onion's juices and onion is soft and golden brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and tomato sauce. Cook until garlic has softened, about 1 more minute.
- Place green beans into a skillet and pour in chicken broth. Raise heat to high, add salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to beans, and bring to a simmer. Beans will begin to soften. Turn heat to medium-low and simmer for 1 1/2 hours. Stir occasionally. Add more broth or water if mixture seems dry.
- Adjust levels of salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste. Cook until beans are soft and tender, about 30 more minutes. Transfer beans and some of the pan juices to a deep serving platter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 12.6 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 781.9 mg, Sugar 4.6 g
GREEN BEANS WITH BACON AND ONIONS
Make and share this Green Beans With Bacon and Onions recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Diana Adcock
Categories Pork
Time 1h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large heavy pot or Dutch Oven add the olive oil and butter.
- Heat to medium high.
- Add the onions and bacon.
- Cook until the onions are soft and browning lightly, about 8 minutes.
- Add the green beans and chicken stock.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring a few times until green beans are soft, about 30 minutes.
- Your liquid should be cooked down, giving the green beans a "glazed" look, or coating if you will.
- Salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.2, Fat 26.1, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 40.3, Sodium 750.9, Carbohydrate 30.2, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 9.3, Protein 16
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh green beans. If using frozen green beans, thaw them completely before cooking.
- If you don't have bacon, you can use diced ham or salt pork instead.
- Use a variety of onions for different flavors. Yellow onions are a good all-purpose choice, while red onions add a bit of sweetness and white onions have a sharper flavor.
- Add a little bit of brown sugar or maple syrup to the cooking liquid for a sweeter flavor.
- If you like, you can add other vegetables to the slow cooker, such as diced potatoes, carrots, or celery.
- Serve the green beans with roasted chicken, pork, or fish.
Conclusion:
Slow-cooked green beans with bacon and onions is a delicious and easy side dish that can be enjoyed all year long. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that will please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give this recipe a try!
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