Description
Irresistible Crack Green Beans: A Sweet, Savory Side Dish for Any Occasion
Ingredients
- 5 cans (14.5 ounce each) cut green beans, drained
- 8 slices crispy, crumbled bacon
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook the bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels, crumble, and set aside.
3. Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
4. Assemble the dish: Place the drained green beans in the prepared baking dish. Pour the sauce over the beans and toss to coat them evenly. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon on top.
5. Bake to perfection: Pop the dish in the oven and bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and slightly thickened.
6. Serve and enjoy: Remove the Crack Green Beans from the oven and serve them warm.
Notes
Adjust the sweetness: If you prefer a slightly less sweet version, start with 1/2 cup of brown sugar and adjust to taste.
Add some crunch: Sprinkle chopped toasted pecans or sliced almonds on top for an extra layer of texture.
Go cheesy: Grate some Parmesan or shredded cheddar cheese over the beans before baking for a delightfully gooey twist.
Make it ahead: Assemble the dish and refrigerate it until ready to bake, making it a breeze to prepare for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 576mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg