Love country style green beans? Want to make them healthier? You are going to love this Country Style Best Green Bean Recipe that has all of the southern flavors without all the fat and calories.
Ingredients
4slicescenter-cut low-sodium bacon + 2 teaspoons baking grease from cookingbaked and crumbled (Skinny Swap only use 2 Slices and omit baking grease)
1poundfresh green beansends trimmed and cut in half
1tablespoonextra virgin olive oil
1small yellow onionsliced
1tablespoonminced garlic
2tablespoonsbutteromit for Skinny Swap
1/2teaspoonsalt to taste
1/2teaspoonblack pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400° F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil, and place a cooling rack on top of the foil
Lay the bacon strips on the rack, and bake until desired crispness, 10-15 minutes
Prepare an ice bath by filling a large mixing bowl with ice cubes and water. Set aside
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. When the water comes to a boil, carefully drop the green beans into the water and boil for about 2-3 minutes. You want the beans to have a slight crunch and still be bright green
If working in batches, remove the beans with a slotted spoon and transfer directly into the prepared ice bath. If not, simply drain the hot water and quickly transfer the beans to the ice bath
Drain the green beans from the ice bath once they are cooled, and set aside in a colander to dry
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the oil, baking grease, and onions. Cook until the onions begin to become translucent, 4-6 minutes
Add the minced garlic and drained green beans, and cook for 2-3 minutes, moving the beans around frequently
In the last minute of cooking, add the butter, salt, black pepper, and bacon crumbles. Toss gently to combine
Notes
Nutrition Information was calculated using Skinny Swaps and Lighter Ingredients provided.Smart Points: 3