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Crack Green Beans Recipe

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Crack Green Beans is a delightful side dish featuring tender green beans baked in a rich, sweet, and savory sauce made from brown sugar, butter, soy sauce, and aromatic garlic powder, topped with crispy crumbled bacon. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for family dinners or holiday gatherings, delivering irresistible flavors with a perfect balance of sweetness and smokiness.

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) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. Cook Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until they are crisp. Once cooked, drain the bacon on paper towels to remove excess grease, then crumble it 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 sauce is smooth and well combined.
  4. Assemble Dish: Place the drained green beans evenly in the prepared baking dish. Pour the sauce mixture over the green beans and toss gently to fully coat the beans. Then, sprinkle the crumbled bacon evenly on top.
  5. Bake: Bake the assembled green beans uncovered in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and has thickened slightly, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.
  6. Serve: Serve the crack green beans warm as a deliciously rich and sweet-savory side dish that complements any meal.

Notes

  • Drain the canned green beans well to avoid excess liquid in the dish.
  • Brown sugar choice (light or dark) can slightly change the depth of sweetness and flavor.
  • For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.
  • Cooking bacon to a crisp texture is key for the perfect contrast in the final dish.
  • This dish can be prepared in advance and reheated before serving.

Keywords: Crack Green Beans, green beans casserole, baked green beans, bacon green beans, sweet savory side dish, holiday side dish

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