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Crack Green Beans recipe

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  • Author: Susan M. Garcia
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Crack Green Beans are a deliciously sweet, savory, and buttery side dish topped with crispy bacon. This easy casserole is baked to perfection, making it the perfect complement to any meal.


Ingredients

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  • 4 cans (14 oz each) green beans, drained (42 oz total)
  • 12 strips bacon, cooked until slightly crispy
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare Bacon:
    1. Cook bacon over medium heat until slightly crispy. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
  2. Assemble Casserole:
    1. Drain canned green beans and place them in a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
  3. Make the Sauce:
    1. In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, melted butter, soy sauce, and garlic powder.
  4. Bake:
    1. Pour the sauce evenly over the green beans.
    2. Top with the cooked bacon pieces.
    3. Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 40 minutes.
  5. Serve:
    1. Remove from the oven and serve warm.

Notes

  • Storage: Store cooled green beans in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Reheating: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and reheat in a 350°F oven for 20–25 minutes.
  • Variations: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a slight kick or use turkey bacon for a lighter option.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220kcal
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 480g
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg