Crack Green Beans with Bacon (Print-Friendly Version)
Green beans baked with crispy bacon, sweet brown sugar, and a touch of soy sauce for irresistible flavor.
# Ingredients List:
→ Main Ingredients
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900 g fresh green beans (or 2 cans, French-style, thoroughly drained)
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6 slices bacon, cooked until crisp
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110 g brown sugar
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60 g unsalted butter, melted
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60 ml soy sauce
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
# How to Make It:
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Set oven to 190°C and allow to fully preheat.
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In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon slices until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
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In a saucepan, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic powder until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
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In a baking dish, add the drained green beans. Reserve a small portion of crispy bacon. Toss the majority of the bacon with the beans in the dish.
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Evenly pour the prepared buttery sauce over the green bean and bacon mixture.
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Sprinkle the reserved bacon over the top of the beans.
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Place dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges caramelize and the sauce is bubbling.
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For enhanced caramelization, broil for an additional 3 minutes, watching closely.
# Extra Tips:
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For larger groups, double all portions but maintain an even layer so the beans caramelize rather than steam. Do not overcrowd the baking dish.