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Addictive Crack Green Beans with Bacon and Brown Sugar Glaze

Close-up of vibrant green beans tossed in a savory, dark glaze and topped with crispy bacon bits.
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You want green beans that taste good? This recipe transforms simple fresh green beans into an irresistible side dish using bacon, brown sugar, and savory seasonings. Achieve tender-crisp texture every time.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 6 slices bacon, cut into small pieces
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon pieces in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate, leaving about 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the skillet.
  2. Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet with the bacon grease. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until the beans start to turn bright green and become slightly tender-crisp.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, soy sauce, water, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper to create the glaze.
  4. Pour the glaze mixture over the green beans in the skillet. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring constantly.
  5. Continue to cook, stirring often, for about 5 to 8 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and coats the beans evenly. The liquid should reduce significantly.
  6. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the reserved crispy bacon pieces.
  7. Serve immediately as your new favorite side dish.

Notes

  • For an extra savory flavor reminiscent of Texas Roadhouse green beans, add 1/4 cup of finely chopped onion when you sauté the beans.
  • If you prefer a sweeter glaze, increase the brown sugar by 1 tablespoon.
  • This recipe works well for holiday side dishes or quick weeknight vegetable sides.

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