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Southern-Style Green Beans

Prep Time15 days
Cook Time1 hour
Course: Side Dish
Servings: 6

Equipment

  • large pot

Ingredients

  • 4 slices bacon, diced
  • 2 lbs green beans, cut in pieces
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp seasoned salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, optional
  • 1 tbsp butter, optional

Instructions

  • Brown the bacon in a large pot until crisp. Removed bacon from pot and reserve.
  • Add green beans to pot along with all remaining ingredients, except butter.
  • Bring to a boil and turn heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain beans and add butter, if using. Check beans for seasoning and add extra salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with bacon and toss to distribute.

Options

  • Stir in green beans to bacon grease and cook down. Do not use chicken broth.