Description
Country Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes with Bacon is a delightful side dish that combines fresh green beans, tender potatoes, and crispy bacon, all infused with ranch seasoning. This comforting recipe not only tantalizes your taste buds but also adds a splash of color to your table, making it perfect for any occasion—be it a casual dinner or a festive gathering. With its savory flavors and simple preparation, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans
- 1 lb baby potatoes (halved or quartered)
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon (diced)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash green beans thoroughly and trim the ends. Halve or quarter baby potatoes for even cooking.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook diced bacon until crispy. Remove bacon but leave drippings in the pan.
- Sauté chopped onion in the bacon drippings until translucent; add minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add prepared green beans and potatoes, stirring to coat in the drippings. Cook for about 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle ranch seasoning mix, salt, and pepper over the mixture; stir well.
- Cover the skillet and reduce heat slightly. Simmer for 15–20 minutes until vegetables are tender yet crisp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg