These garlic green beans are a tasty vegetable side dish that goes well with a variety of main dish entrees! With 8 hearty servings, it's a wonderful holiday recipe because it's easy to prepare and great for serving a crowd! After all, who doesn't love buttery pan-fried garlic green beans with bacon?
¼cbroth(beef, chicken, or vegetable depending on your main dish - use more as needed)
each, salt & pepper(to taste, optional)
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Instructions
Bring a large skillet or frying pan to medium-high heat and cook the cut bacon until beginning to crisp, about 5-8 minutes.
Reduce the heat to medium, add the butter and garlic. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until lightly golden and fragrant.
Add the green beans and broth, then cook covered for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the green beans are at your preferred level of tenderness.
Add (optional) salt & pepper, to taste. Serve immediately.
Notes
*Strain the bacon grease out, if desired, before adding the remaining ingredients. Or, omit the butter and just use the bacon grease to cook the green beans in. **If you opt to skip the bacon, you can use coconut or olive oil to sauté the green beans. ***Cook uncovered for the last few minutes to evaporate any remaining liquid, if needed.Healthy Notes: Green beans are a wonderful, nutritious vegetable that are high in fiber and naturally low in carbohydrates. This recipe, as made, fits in to a keto, low carb or gluten free diet lifestyle. Omitting the butter makes this recipe dairy free and paleo. For whole 30, use clarified butter or ghee and omit the bacon or use one of the whole30 approved brands (like Applegate Organics, Garrett Valley All Natural, Maverick Ranch Natural, Thrive Market or Trader Joe's).