Southern Style Green Beans
Description
This delightful recipe for Southern Style Green Beans captures the essence of summer cooking when fresh green beans are abundant and bursting with flavor. The combination of tender green beans and smoky bacon creates a mouthwatering dish that not only enhances any meal but also fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma as it simmers away. This straightforward recipe is perfect for beginner cooks and offers a taste of traditional Southern cuisine that’s both easy and inexpensive to make.
Recipe Category: Beans
Keywords: Vegetable, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Beginner Cook, Easy, Inexpensive
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Fresh green beans | 2 pounds |
| Bacon | 5 slices |
| Sugar | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Water | 1 1/3 cups |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 80.9 |
| Total Fat | 5.2 g |
| Saturated Fat | 1.7 g |
| Cholesterol | 7.7 mg |
| Sodium | 100.5 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 6.8 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g |
| Sugars | 1.5 g |
| Protein | 3 g |
Instructions
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Preparation of Ingredients: Begin by trimming the ends of the fresh green beans, ensuring they are cleaned and ready for cooking. Cut the bacon into small pieces to facilitate even cooking and maximize flavor infusion.
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Combine Ingredients: In a large saucepan, combine the trimmed green beans, chopped bacon, sugar, and water. Ensure that the bacon is evenly distributed among the green beans to enhance the overall flavor of the dish.
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Cooking Process: Place the saucepan over medium heat, cover it with a lid, and allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer. Once it starts simmering, reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for approximately one hour. This slow cooking process will allow the flavors to meld beautifully, resulting in tender green beans enveloped in a savory bacon broth.
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Serving: After the hour is up, check the green beans for tenderness and adjust the seasoning as needed. Serve hot as a side dish alongside your favorite proteins or as part of a summer meal spread.
Total Time: 24 hours and 10 minutes (including cooling time if needed)
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 24 hours (to allow for flavors to deepen and enhance if desired)
Recipe Yield: Serves 10
Indulge in this traditional Southern dish that is both simple and satisfying, perfect for any gathering or family dinner, while keeping in mind that it’s also a healthy choice with low cholesterol content. Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors that will surely become a favorite at your table!
