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Green Beans + Potatoes + Bacon Combo

A classic Southern-style side dish featuring crispy bacon, tender potatoes, and fresh green beans, perfect for weeknights or Sunday dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 slices bacon, diced Use thick-cut bacon for meatier bites.
  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed Trim green beans uniformly for even cooking.
  • 1 lb baby potatoes, halved or quartered Parboil larger potatoes for faster cooking.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Used for sautéing potatoes.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Add more for a smokier flavor if desired.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy.
  2. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
  3. Add olive oil to the skillet and sauté the baby potatoes until golden brown and tender.
  4. Stir in the green beans and cook until they are tender and bright green.
  5. Sprinkle garlic powder and smoked paprika over the mixture, stirring well to combine.
  6. Add the crispy bacon back to the skillet and toss everything together.
  7. Serve warm as a delicious side dish.

Notes

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium-low heat to preserve texture.