These southern green beans with bacon and potatoes are the kind of comfort food that never fails. Slow cooked until tender and packed with flavor, this easy old-fashioned recipe is perfect for weeknights or Sunday dinner, and always a crowd favorite.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Simple ingredients you already have
- Packed with rich, savory flavor
- Perfect side dish for any meal
- Budget friendly and filling
Southern Green Beans with Bacon and Potatoes
These southern green beans with bacon and potatoes are slow cooked, full of flavor, and perfect for any family meal.
Ingredients
Method
- Cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the grease in the pan.
- Saute the onion and garlic in the same skillet for 2 – 3 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
- Add the green beans, chicken broth, butter and crumbled bacon. Season with Cajun seasoning, salt and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- Cover and simmer on low for 10 minutes. Add the diced potatoes, then continue simmering until the potatoes are tender and the green beans are soft (about 30- 40 total simmer time).
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm.