Southern Style Green Beans

4.83 from 40 reviews

Savory, and full of Southern flavor, these green beans are a classic side I turn to again and again. Simmered with bacon and simple seasonings, they’re easy to make and always a hit at the table—whether it’s Sunday supper or a holiday meal.

Prep Time10

Cook Time1 15

Total Time1 25

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 155kcal

Author: Donya Mullins

Ingredients

3 slices bacon - cut into ½" pieces
1 ½ pounds green beans - washed, trimmed and snapped into about 2" lengths
1 ½ cups vegetable or chicken stock
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

Cook bacon pieces in a heavy bottom pan until done. Remove the bacon from the pan and place on a paper towel to drain. Set aside.
Add green beans to the pan and cook on medium-high heat. Toss beans in bacon drippings to coat. Continue to cook until beans turn bright green.
Carefully pour in the stock and add garlic powder, salt and pepper. Stir to incorporate. Add bacon pieces back to the pot with beans.
Turn burner to low, cover beans with lid - slightly off center, and cook for about 1 hour until beans are tender, stirring every 15 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately.

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Notes

Leftovers:

Store any leftover seasoned green beans in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

Slow Cooker Cooking Time:

A slow cooker is a great tool for making Southern Style Green Beans. You can follow the same recipe, setting your slow cooker on low for about 4-6 hours or until the green beans are tender and flavorful.

Bacon Substitutions:

If you don't have bacon grease, you can season the beans with other fats like butter, olive oil, or even rendered sausage fat for a unique flavor. You can also use smoked turkey necks or ham hocks.

Nutritional values provided are an estimate and will vary depending on the brands used.

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