Keto Smothered Green Beans: A Delicious Low-Carb Side Dish

Ingredients

• 6 ounces center-cut bacon, cut into small pieces
• 1 tablespoon butter, or as needed
• 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 3 tablespoons water
• 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Instructions

1. In an oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat, cook bacon until brown and crispy, approximately 5 to 6 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to a plate lined with paper towels, making sure to reserve the bacon grease in the skillet. Reduce heat to medium and add enough butter to the skillet to equal 2 tablespoons of fat.
2. Add the green beans to the skillet and season generously with salt and pepper, adjusting to your taste. Sprinkle with garlic powder, toss to coat evenly, and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes. Add water to help steam the beans for better tenderness. Continue cooking until the water has evaporated completely and the beans reach your desired crisp-tender texture, about 3 to 4 more minutes.
3. Position an oven rack approximately 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler to high.
4. Evenly distribute shredded Cheddar cheese over the green beans, then generously sprinkle with the cooked and crumbled bacon.
5. Carefully place the skillet under the preheated broiler until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly, about 1 minute. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

• Calories: 240 kcal
• Fat Content: 19 g
• Fiber Content: 3 g
• Sugar Content: 1 g
• Sodium Content: 472 mg
• Protein Content: 14 g
• Cholesterol Content: 55 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 6 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 11 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g