Intro:
Now this right here’s what you make when supper’s already smellin’ good and you just need somethin’ quick to round it out. These beans got bite, bacon, and that good ol’ garlic flavor that’ll have folks askin’ for seconds.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: a squeeze of lemon or sprinkle of red pepper flakes
Directions:
- Cook the Bacon: In a skillet, fry bacon over medium heat till crispy. Remove and set aside, leavin’ that good grease in the pan.
- Toss the Beans: Add the green beans to the skillet and sauté 5–6 minutes till bright and tender-crisp.
- Add the Garlic: Stir in the garlic and butter, cook another minute till fragrant.
- Finish Strong: Toss the bacon back in, season with salt, pepper, and maybe a squeeze of lemon.
Bubba’s Tip:
“If you like a little heat, sprinkle in some red pepper flakes — wakes up your taste buds quicker than cold creek water.”
Storage:
Cool and refrigerate in an airtight container up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet with a pat of butter to bring back that shine.