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Crack Green Beans

Irresistible Crack Green Beans That Steal the Show Every Time

These Crack Green Beans are a sweet and savory dish that will impress your guests at any dinner table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Green Beans
  • 2 lbs fresh green beans trimmed and blanched
  • 4 cans green beans drained
  • frozen green beans thawed and drained
For the Glaze
  • 10-12 slices thick-cut bacon for smoky flavor
  • ½ cup butter salted or unsalted
  • ½ cup brown sugar light or dark
  • ⅓ cup soy sauce low-sodium optional
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
For Optional Variations
  • shredded cheddar cheese for a cheesy twist
  • honey substitute for half the brown sugar
  • crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick
  • smoked paprika for vegetarian option

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • pot for blanching

Method
 

How to Make Crack Green Beans
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish to prepare for the green beans.
  2. If using canned beans, drain them thoroughly. For fresh beans, blanch in boiling water for 3-4 minutes, then cool in an ice bath.
  3. Fry the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Reserve the bacon grease and crumble the bacon after draining it.
  4. In the same skillet, mix in butter, brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic powder and stir over low heat until smooth.
  5. In the greased baking dish, layer green beans and pour the glaze over them. Sprinkle crumbled bacon on top.
  6. Place the dish in the oven and bake uncovered for about 30-40 minutes.
  7. Allow the dish to cool slightly before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Optional: Top with freshly chopped parsley for added color.

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