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Classic Southern Seasoned Green Beans

Southern seasoned green beans simmer with bacon, onion, and chicken broth until very tender. This easy Dutch oven side dish gets its savory flavor from browned bacon and a gentle, slow simmer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 13 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 23 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 bacon slices, chopped
  • 1 yellow onion small, diced
  • 1.5 lb green beans fresh, trimmed
  • 2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • 1 4-quart Dutch oven

Method
 

  1. Cook the bacon in a 4-quart Dutch oven over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and the fat has rendered.
  2. Add the onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring often, until softened.
  3. Add the green beans, chicken broth, salt, and black pepper, and bring to a simmer.
  4. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 45 to 60 minutes, until the beans are very tender; stir occasionally and check that the pot remains at a gentle simmer.

Notes

Keep the pot at a gentle simmer for very tender beans without overcooking them. Refrigerate leftovers for 3 to 4 days; freeze for up to 3 months. For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth.