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5-Ingredients Crack Green Beans

5-Ingredient Crack Green Beans

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Quick and easy crack green beans made with just 5 ingredients. Perfect as a side dish for any meal.

  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 4 slices beef bacon, chopped
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Cook beef bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add green beans and sautรฉ for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Stir in brown sugar, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  4. Add beef bacon back to the skillet and toss to combine.
  5. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Adjust brown sugar for sweetness preference.
  • Use low-sodium soy sauce if needed.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg