bacon and onion green beans
When the green beans are ready to be picked - this is one of my go-to recipes. Green beans and bacon are a perfect match. The ham hock gives the beans a smoky flavor that just gets better with time. I like to sprinkle the bacon pieces over the top. They add a nice crispy touch to the tender green beans. You can easily double or triple the recipe if you have a large family or a get together. Everyone will love them!
prep time
10 Min
cook time
30 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
4 as a side dish
Ingredients
- 3 slices hickory smoked bacon, sliced into bite sized pieces
- 1 - onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pound fresh green beans, cut into bite sized pieces
- 1 - ham hock, smoked
- - salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
How To Make bacon and onion green beans
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Step 1In a medium sauce pan on medium low heat, render bacon until crisp, but not burnt. -
Step 2Remove from pan and drain on paper towels.
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Step 3Add onion, garlic, green beans, and ham hock to pan. Add 1 cup of water.
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Step 4Add pepper, and just a little salt. The bacon grease and ham hock will add some smoky-salty flavor.
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Step 5Cook until green beans are tender about 30 minutes. Add butter and allow to melt. Taste for seasoning. When serving sprinkle the bacon pieces over the top. Enjoy with all of your favorite Southern dishes, fried chicken, mashed potatoes, corn bread - good eaten my friends!
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Category:
Vegetables
Keyword:
#Southern
Keyword:
#Summer
Keyword:
#Garden Fresh
Ingredient:
Vegetable
Diet:
Gluten-Free
Diet:
Dairy Free
Diet:
Low Carb
Culture:
American
Method:
Stove Top
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