Southern Style Green Beans Recipe
bacon, brown sugar, potatoes
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Bacon
In a large pot over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and set it aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.
- 2
- 3
Add the Green Beans
Stir in the fresh green beans and cook for another 2 minutes.
- 4
Add Liquid and Seasoning
Pour in the chicken broth, and add the brown sugar, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir well to combine.
- 5
Simmer
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and the green beans are cooked to your liking.
- 6
Finish and Serve
Stir the cooked bacon back into the pot before serving. Adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve warm.

