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Crack Green Beans Recipe

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This Crack Green Beans recipe is a deliciously sweet and savory baked casserole featuring tender green beans, crispy bacon, and a rich sauce made from brown sugar, butter, soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper. Perfect as a flavorful side dish for any meal, it combines the smoky crunch of bacon with the tender bite of green beans and a sticky glaze that’s sure to please your taste buds.

Ingredients

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Green Beans

  • 5 cans (14.5 oz each) cut green beans, drained

Bacon

  • 8 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled

Sauce

  • 2/3 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and prepare for baking.
  2. Cook Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until they are crisp. Once cooked, transfer them onto paper towels to drain excess fat, then crumble them into small pieces and set aside for later use.
  3. Prepare Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, low-sodium soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating a flavorful glaze.
  4. Assemble Dish: Place the drained green beans evenly into the prepared baking dish. Pour the sauce mixture over the green beans and toss gently to coat them thoroughly. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon evenly on top of the green beans and sauce.
  5. Bake: Bake the assembled dish uncovered in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and slightly thickened, infusing the green beans with rich flavor.
  6. Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm as a savory and sweet side dish to complement your meal.

Notes

  • For a fresher taste, you can substitute canned green beans with fresh or frozen green beans, adjusting cooking time as needed.
  • If you prefer a vegetarian version, omit the bacon or substitute it with a plant-based bacon alternative.
  • You can add chopped onions or a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra flavor and a little heat.
  • Make sure to drain the green beans well to avoid excess liquid in the casserole.
  • This dish can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking cold.

Keywords: crack green beans, baked green beans, green bean casserole, bacon green beans, sweet and savory green beans, holiday side dish

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