Southern Green Beans

Name: Southern Green Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 75 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed; 8 bacon slices, diced; 1 small yellow onion, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 cups chicken broth; 2 cups water; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper

This classic Southern side dish features fresh green beans slow-cooked with bacon, onion, and garlic for a rich, savory flavor. The beans become wonderfully tender, perfect for any meal.

75 minEasyServes 8180 cal/serving

AmericanSideStovetopStandardLow CarbGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-FreeLow-SodiumAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed
8 bacon slices, diced
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook 8 diced bacon slices over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon slices with a slotted spoon and set aside, reserving the rendered fat in the pot.
2

Add 1 small diced yellow onion to the pot with the bacon fat and cook for 3-5 minutes until softened and translucent.
3

Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
4

Add 2 lbs trimmed fresh green beans, 2 cups chicken broth, 2 cups water, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to the pot. Bring to a simmer.
5

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until fresh green beans are very tender. Stir occasionally.
6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with the reserved crispy bacon slices.

Questions

How long does Southern Green Beans keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Southern Green Beans?

Yes. As written it serves 8. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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