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Close-up of bright green beans coated in a savory sauce and topped with crispy bacon pieces, ready to serve.

5-Ingredient Crack Green Beans

Add these five special ingredients to green beans to make them irresistible. This recipe creates a sweet, savory, and smoky side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups green beans fresh, canned, or frozen and thawed
  • 4 tablespoons butter melted
  • 4 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons light brown sugar

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. Set oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Arrange the green beans evenly in the baking dish.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, soy sauce, brown sugar, and minced garlic until well blended.
  4. Sprinkle crumbled bacon evenly over the green beans.
  5. Drizzle the sauce mixture over the top to coat the beans and bacon.
  6. Place the dish in the oven and bake for 40 minutes, until bubbly and caramelized.
  7. Stir gently before serving and enjoy your sweet, savory, and smoky Crack Green Beans!

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 610mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7g

Notes

You can use canned, fresh, or frozen green beans. Make sure to drain or thaw them first. If you want some heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne for a sweet-heat combination. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. This dish pairs well with roasted chicken, steak, or turkey.

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