In the realm of Southern home cooking, pole beans reign supreme as a quintessential side dish bursting with rustic charm and comforting flavors. These tender green beans, also known as snap beans or string beans, are elevated to a delectable delight with a symphony of simple yet soulful ingredients. This comprehensive guide presents a diverse selection of pole bean recipes, each offering a unique culinary adventure. Whether you prefer the classic Southern-style pole beans braised in savory bacon drippings, the vibrant Italian pole beans sautéed with garlic and tomatoes, or the tangy Asian pole beans stir-fried with a medley of aromatic spices, this culinary journey has something to satisfy every palate. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a delightful exploration of pole bean recipes that are sure to leave you craving for more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
KENTUCKY WONDER BEANS
These are an old soul food heirloom favorite in the garden and what I remember eating frequently as a child. I grew the pole variety this summer and they are super prolific/productive. They taste like nothing you buy in a store - super meaty, tender, long-lasting flavor. And now they are a favorite in my own family. The beans will cook in this semi-salty broth, and won't be as salty as is the broth.
Provided by L Gascco
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pour about 1 inch of water into a saucepan; add green beans, bacon, garlic, olive oil, sea salt, and pepper. Bring the water to a boil, reduce heat to medium, and place a cover on the saucepan. Cook beans until tender, 7 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.4 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Cholesterol 4.8 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 285.2 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
SOUTHERN HOME COOKED POLE BEANS
Make and share this Southern Home Cooked Pole Beans recipe from Food.com.
Provided by The Range Rover
Categories Pork
Time 30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Wash the beans,trim stems and ends and snap beans in half and set aside.
- Cook the bacon in large saucepan until crisp remove the bacon reserve the drippings in pan crumble the bacon and set aside.
- Add water and remaining 3 ingredients to the pan bring to boil over high heat add beans and cover.
- Reduce heat to medium cover and cook for 15 minutes.
- Sprinkle with bacon and serve with a slotted spoon.
HOME COOKED POLE BEANS
I love pole beans cooked this way. They are easy to make and the flavor goes on and on.
Provided by Nancy Allen
Categories Vegetables
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Wash beans; trim stem ends. Snap beans in half, and set aside.
- 2. Cook bacon in a large saucepan until crisp; remove bacon, reserving drippings in pan. Crumble bacon, and set aside.
- 3. Add water and remaining 3 ingredients to saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat. Add beans; cover, reduce heat to medium, and cook 15 minutes or to desired doneness. Sprinkle with crumbled bacon. Serve with slotted spoon. 6-8 servings
POLE BEANS AND NEW POTATOES
Simple yummy southern tasting side dish. Pole beans are larger than everyday green beans (Kentucky wonder is a favorite variety). Try to find tender beans that do not have a heavy "string"; they will cook in the same amount of time as the potatoes.
Provided by Caryn
Categories Potato
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- String the beans.
- Peel the potatoes or cut them in half.
- Put the beans in the bottom of a heavy saucepan.
- Add the potatoes, ham hock, and water.
- Simmer, covered, until the potatoes are done, about 30 to 45 minutes.
KENTUCKY POLE BEANS AND POTATOES
From the cookbook, "The Glory of Southern Cooking" by James Villas. This is pretty much exactly how my grandma made beans straight from the garden.
Provided by happy2bme_9_8206787
Categories Vegetable
Time 2h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Note: The recipe called for a 1-inch chunk of streak-o-lean (lean salt pork), but the website doesn't recognize. You can use streak-o-lean if you can find it, ham hock, pork belly, or bacon.
- Pinch off the ends of the beans, and if necessary, remove any strings. Snap the beans into 1-1/2 inch pieces, rinse well in a colander and transfer to a large pot.
- Add the cooking meat, salt and pepper and enough water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer the beans slowly until tender but still slightly firm, about 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, rinse the potatoes to remove any grit, cut away a strip of peel around the center of each with a vegetable peeler.
- Add the potatoes to the beans, stir and continue to simmer until tender, about 30 minutes, adding more water if needed.
- Drain and serve hot in a large bowl.
SOUTHERN POLE BEANS
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Wash beans well, then drain. Fry bacon in cast-iron skillet or Dutch oven; reserve drippings, and set bacon aside. Sauté pole beans in hot bacon drippings and oil until bright green, about 5 minutes, turning occasionally. Add chicken broth, butter, and crumbled bacon. Add just enough water to almost cover the beans. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, then lower heat to a simmer. Simmer several hours, until beans are very tender and slightly shriveled. Turn every 30 minutes or so, allowing beans on top to go to bottom. More water may have to be added during cooking to keep water level almost covering beans.
Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender pole beans. Look for beans that are bright green and free of blemishes.
- Trim the beans by removing the ends. You can also string the beans if desired, but this is not necessary.
- Cook the beans in a large pot of boiling water. Add a little salt to the water, if desired.
- Cook the beans until they are tender, but still slightly crisp. This usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
- Drain the beans and immediately place them in a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- Drain the beans again and pat them dry.
- Season the beans with your favorite seasonings. Some popular options include salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and bacon bits.
- Serve the beans warm or at room temperature.
Conclusion:
Southern home-cooked pole beans are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is both flavorful and nutritious. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give southern home-cooked pole beans a try. You won't be disappointed!
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
#30-minutes-or-less #time-to-make #course #main-ingredient #cuisine #preparation #occasion #north-american #side-dishes #beans #pork #vegetables #american #southern-united-states #stove-top #dietary #seasonal #comfort-food #inexpensive #meat #taste-mood #equipment
You'll also love