Southern Smothered Green Beans Recipe

Ingredients

• 6 thick slices bacon, chopped
• 0.5 cup onions, minced
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
• 1 cup water, or as needed
• 0.13 teaspoon salt
• 1 pinch ground black pepper

Instructions

1. In a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat, cook bacon until fat starts to render. Add onion and garlic, then cook and stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
2. Add green beans and water. Cook until water evaporates and beans are tender, adding more water as needed. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve this incredible side dish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 98 kcal
• Fat Content: 5 g
• Fiber Content: 3 g
• Sugar Content: 2 g
• Sodium Content: 343 mg
• Protein Content: 6 g
• Cholesterol Content: 14 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 7 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g