Fresh Southern Green Beans with Bacon: Best Recipe
southern green beans with bacon simmer low and slow in savory broth—serve this comforting classic for true down-home flavor at family meals.
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs fresh green beans trimmed
- 6 slices bacon chopped
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 –3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup chicken broth or water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes butter for extra richness
Instructions
- In a large pot or deep skillet, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside.
- In the bacon drippings, sauté chopped onion until soft (about 3–4 minutes). Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
- Add green beans and stir to coat in the flavors.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper. Stir in cooked bacon just before serving.
- Optional: Top with red pepper flakes or a pat of butter for extra flavor. Serve warm.