How to make Southern Style Green Beans

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while adding flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is a lower-calorie option.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked paprika

Turkey bacon offers a lower-fat alternative.

In a large pot, bring chicken broth and chicken bullion cubes to a boil.

Add the chopped potatoes and cook until tender.

Add the fresh green beans and cook until bright green.

In a skillet, cook the Joel bacon until crispy, then remove and set aside.

Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in the bacon drippings until translucent.

Combine the cooked green beans, potatoes, sautéed onion, and garlic in the pot.

Season with salt, pepper, hot pepper flakes, and garlic powder to taste.

Stir in the crispy bacon pieces before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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