Green Beans and Bacon Recipe – Old School Flavor Made Easy

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bacon reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made at home.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds a different flavor.

onion

🥗Healthier: shallots

💰Cheaper: leeks

Shallots provide a milder taste and can be used in smaller amounts.

Start by heating an outdoor propane burner.

Add butter to the skillet to melt.

Cut the bacon into pieces and cook until not fully crispy, leaving some fat.

Remove the bacon and place it on a paper towel.

Add chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent.

Add minced garlic to the skillet, keeping it separate to avoid burning.

Snap the ends off the green beans and wash them.

Add the green beans to the skillet.

Pour in homemade chicken stock and bring to a simmer.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Dietary

Allergens