For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon and use olive oil to sauté the onions and garlic. Consider adding a teaspoon of smoked paprika to mimic the smoky flavor. Feel free to experiment with other types of potatoes, such as Yukon Gold or fingerling. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly. A pinch of red pepper flakes can add a touch of heat to this dish. For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth or add a ham hock to the pot while simmering. This dish is even better the next day, as the flavors have had time to meld together.
Slow-Cooked Fresh Green Beans with Bacon, Onion, and Red Potatoes
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 50 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs 5 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS66
Transform simple green beans into a symphony of flavor with this slow-cooked delight. Smoky bacon, sweet onions, and hearty potatoes meld together in a rich broth, creating a side dish that's both comforting and unforgettable.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate28 g
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Cholesterol13 mg
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Fiber6 g
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Protein8 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium708 mg
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Sugar4 g
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Fat4 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
10 mins
In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, render the bacon lardons over medium-high heat until crispy and golden brown. This should take approximately 8-10 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on a plate lined with paper towels, reserving about 2 tablespoons of the rendered bacon fat in the pot.
02
Step
10 mins
Add the sliced onion to the reserved bacon fat and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly caramelized, about 8-10 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
03
Step
5 mins
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Add the trimmed green beans and the cooked bacon lardons. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
04
Step
1 hrs
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 1 hour, or until the green beans are tender but still slightly firm.
05
Step
30 mins
Add the chunked red potatoes to the pot, season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Continue to simmer, covered, for another 30-40 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
06
Step
2 mins
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, and enjoy the harmonious blend of smoky, savory, and earthy flavors.
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Courtney Wilkinson
May 27, 2025This recipe is amazing! My family loved it. I added a bay leaf for extra flavor.
Adah Bashirian
Feb 27, 2025I used vegetable broth to make it vegetarian and it was still delicious!
Marlene Bartell
Feb 23, 2025The bacon really makes this dish! So flavorful.
Ansel Will
Jan 20, 2025I didn't have red potatoes, so I used Yukon Golds and it worked great.
Velma Swaniawski
Dec 15, 2024So easy to make and the green beans were perfectly tender. Will definitely be making this again.
Guiseppe Durgan
Nov 7, 2024I found that 30 minutes was a little too long for my potatoes, they were almost mushy. I'll check them sooner next time.