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A DFW stoneware plate with southern-style green beans and bacon

Southern Green Beans With Bacon

Diana
Discover a delicious Southern-style recipe for green beans with bacon. The longer cooking time infuses the beans with flavor.
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Servings 6 servings
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Course Green Beans
Cuisine Southern
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 ounces bacon, diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 pounds fresh green beans, scrubbed, trimmed, and cut in 3-inch pieces
  • 1 small onion, sliced
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Put the bacon in a large saucepan with the chicken broth. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and cook for 20 minutes.
  • Add the trimmed and sliced green beans, along with the onion and sugar.
  • Cover and continue cooking for about 30 minutes longer, or until the green beans are tender.
Keyword bacon, southern green beans
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