Crack Green Beans
This Crack Green Beans is a mouthwatering side dish made with just six ingredients. It’s quick to prepare, irresistibly delicious, and healthy enough to feel good about indulging! Perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or holiday dinners, this dish is guaranteed to become your favorite way to serve green beans.
Servings: 3 people
Calories: 366kcal
Equipment
- 1 skillet or pan
Ingredients
- ½ pound Green Beans cut in half
- ¼ pound Bacon diced
- 1 teaspoons Brown Sugar
- 2 teaspoons Maggi Seasoning
- 4 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 piece Shallot minced
- 2 tablespoon Butter
Instructions
- Cook Bacon: In a large skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside, reserving the grease.
- Melt Butter: Add butter to the skillet and melt over medium heat.
- Sauté Garlic and Shallots: Toss in garlic and shallots, cooking until fragrant and translucent.
- Cook Green Beans: Add green beans to the skillet, stirring to coat. Cook for 5-7 minutes until tender but crisp.
- Add Brown Sugar and Seasoning: Sprinkle in brown sugar and Maggi seasoning, stirring until the sugar melts and coats the beans.
- Top with Bacon: Crumble the cooked bacon over the beans before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Trim the ends of green beans for a clean look and even cooking.
- Cook bacon until crispy for maximum texture and flavor.
- Using fresh green beans is the secret to achieving the best taste and crunch. For tips on keeping your green beans fresh and crisp, be sure to check out my article on how to keep green beans fresh!"
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less brown sugar.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan to ensure even cooking.
Nutrition
Calories: 366kcal | Carbohydrates: 48.9g | Protein: 13.5g | Fat: 12.1g | Saturated Fat: 6.3g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 300mg | Fiber: 27.6g | Sugar: 19.4g
