Addictive Crack Green Beans with Sweet-Savory Glaze

Crack Green Beans are a deliciously addictive side dish, coated in a sweet-savory glaze that transforms simple green beans into a dinner star.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 35

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Southern

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Green Beans

1 pound Fresh Green Beans Blanching ensures perfect texture.
1 can Canned Green Beans Skip blanching if using.

For the Glaze

1/4 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar works well too!
1/4 cup Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium for a healthier choice.
2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with olive oil for vegan option.
2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced or garlic powder.

For the Crunch

4 slices Thick-Cut Bacon Can use turkey bacon or omit.

Equipment

large pot
Skillet
Baking Dish
Spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch fresh green beans for 3-4 minutes, then transfer them to an ice bath.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Reserve 1-2 tablespoons of bacon fat.
Melt butter in the skillet with bacon fat. Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds.
Stir in brown sugar and soy sauce; mix until the glaze is smooth.
In a baking dish, combine blanched green beans, glaze, and crispy bacon. Toss to coat.
Cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the glaze. Make ahead of time for easy serving.

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