Recipe: Good Green Beans
Description: This delectable dish of Good Green Beans, born from the culinary wisdom imparted during a cooking class, has swiftly risen to the ranks of family favorite with its delightful flavors and customizable ingredients, promising a unique experience with every preparation.
Category: Pork
Keywords: Beans, Vegetable, Meat, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Potluck, Christmas, St. Patrick’s Day, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Easy 🥓🥦🍲
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 68.3
- Fat Content: 3.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 5.1mg
- Sodium Content: 70.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 7.8g
- Fiber Content: 3.1g
- Sugar Content: 2.1g
- Protein Content: 2.6g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Fresh green beans |
| 2-4 | Slices of bacon |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1-2 | Cloves of garlic |
| 1 | Jar of pimiento |
| 1 | Sprig of thyme |
| To taste | Salt |
| To taste | Pepper |
| Optional: | |
| Mushrooms | |
| Water chestnuts |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Green Beans:
- Break the fresh green beans in half and trim them.
- Cook the trimmed beans in salted water until they reach your desired tenderness. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes. Once cooked, drain them and set aside.
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Saute the Bacon, Onion, and Garlic:
- In a skillet or frying pan, sauté the diced bacon over medium heat until it turns brown and crispy.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan with the bacon and continue sautéing until the onion turns translucent and fragrant, usually for about 3-4 minutes.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Once the bacon, onion, and garlic are cooked, add the cooked green beans to the skillet.
- Stir in the jar of pimientos, along with any optional ingredients you desire such as mushrooms or water chestnuts.
- Sprinkle in the fresh thyme leaves and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook everything together for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the ingredients to heat through.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once everything is heated through and well combined, transfer the Good Green Beans to a serving dish.
- Garnish with additional thyme leaves if desired, and serve hot as a delightful side dish alongside your favorite pork entrée or as a standalone veggie delight!
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Customization Tips:
- Feel free to customize this recipe according to your preferences. You can adjust the amount of bacon for a smokier flavor, add more garlic for extra zing, or incorporate different vegetables for added variety and nutrition.
- Experiment with different herbs and spices to elevate the flavor profile to suit your taste buds. Try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick or a squeeze of lemon juice for a refreshing citrus twist.
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Storage and Reheating:
- If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
- To reheat, simply microwave the green beans until heated through or warm them up in a skillet on the stove over medium heat, adding a splash of water if needed to prevent drying out.
This Good Green Beans recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare but also incredibly versatile, making it the perfect addition to any meal, whether it’s a casual weeknight dinner or a festive holiday feast 🌟🍽️ Enjoy the wholesome goodness of this dish and savor the joy it brings to your table!
