Description
This Delicious Crack Green Beans recipe is a flavorful and savory side dish featuring fresh green beans sautéed with crispy beef bacon, onions, garlic, and a touch of red pepper flakes. Finished with butter for richness, this easy skillet dish is perfect for adding a tasty and satisfying vegetable accompaniment to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 lb fresh green beans, rinsed and trimmed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Meat
- 6 strips beef bacon (or regular bacon)
Other Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to heat preference)
Instructions
- Prepare the Green Beans: Start by rinsing your fresh green beans under cold water. Trim the ends and set them aside.
- Cook the Beef Bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the beef bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally for even cooking.
- Remove and Crumble: Take the crispy bacon out of the skillet and drain on paper towels. Once cooled, crumble into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Using the bacon drippings left in the skillet, add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Then add minced garlic and cook another minute until fragrant.
- Add the Green Beans: Add the prepared green beans to the skillet, tossing to coat them with the onion and garlic mixture. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp.
- Combine and Season: Mix in the crumbled beef bacon, then season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to blend all flavors.
- Finish with Butter: Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet and let it melt over the green beans, enhancing the richness and flavor.
- Serve: Transfer the Crack Green Beans to a serving dish and enjoy hot as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- You can substitute regular bacon if beef bacon is not available.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control spiciness.
- For a lower fat version, reduce butter or use a butter substitute.
- Make sure not to overcook green beans to maintain a nice crunchy texture.
- This dish pairs well with grilled meats or roasted chicken.
