Description
Country Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes with Bacon is a hearty side dish that combines fresh green beans, tender baby potatoes, and crispy bacon, all enveloped in savory ranch flavors. This comforting recipe is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, offering a delightful blend of vibrant colors and rich textures. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it an ideal accompaniment to grilled meats or cozy holiday feasts. With simple preparation steps, this dish can be on your table in no time, impressing both family and guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans (trimmed)
- 4 cups baby potatoes (diced)
- 6 slices bacon (chopped)
- 1 onion (diced)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the chopped bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, reserving the drippings.
- Sauté the diced onion in the drippings until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in the diced baby potatoes and cook for about 5–7 minutes until they start to brown.
- Add trimmed green beans, ranch seasoning mix, thyme, rosemary, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
- Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the crispy bacon pieces and season with salt and pepper before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 165g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg