Description
These Crack Green Beans combine tender green beans, crumbled bacon, and a sweet and savory sauce, making it a crowd-pleasing side dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cans (14.5 oz each) cut green beans, drained
- 8 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
- 2/3 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Once done, drain on paper towels, crumble, and set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic powder, and pepper until smooth.
- Place the drained green beans into the prepared baking dish and pour the sauce mixture over them, tossing to coat. Sprinkle crumbled bacon on top.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes or until the sauce is bubbly and slightly thickened.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of apple cider vinegar to the sauce. You can also use turkey bacon to lighten the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: green beans, side dish, bacon, savory