Description
Country Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes with Bacon is a delicious side dish that combines crisp green beans, creamy potatoes, and smoky bacon. Bursting with flavor, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Each bite promises a delightful blend of textures and tastes, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 lb red or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 oz)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup water or chicken broth
Instructions
- Wash the green beans under cold water, trim ends, and cut into pieces. Peel and cube the potatoes.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy (about 5-7 minutes). Remove bacon but keep the grease in the skillet.
- Add green beans and potatoes to the skillet; sauté in bacon fat for about 10 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Sprinkle in ranch seasoning, salt, and pepper; toss to coat evenly.
- Pour in water or chicken broth, cover with a lid, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes or until tender.
- Stir in crispy bacon before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg