Best Crack Green Beans Recipe
Introduction
This Best Crack Green Beans recipe combines tender green beans with crispy bacon and a sweet, savory glaze that’s absolutely addictive. Perfect as a side dish for any meal, these green beans will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 5 cans green beans
- 12 slices bacon
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Drain the green beans and place them in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Step 2: Cook bacon until crispy, then chop into bite-sized pieces and sprinkle over the green beans.
- Step 3: In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Step 4: Pour the sauce evenly over the green beans and bacon in the baking dish.
- Step 5: Bake uncovered for 40 minutes until bubbling and caramelized.
- Step 6: Serve hot directly from the baking dish.
Tips & Variations
- For a healthier version, try turkey bacon or reduce the amount of butter used in the sauce.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a subtle spicy kick.
- Fresh green beans can be used instead of canned; steam or boil them until tender before baking.
Storage
Store leftover green beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through to maintain crispiness.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use fresh green beans instead of canned?
Yes, fresh green beans work well. Just trim and cook them until tender before layering in the baking dish and proceeding with the recipe.
Can this dish be made ahead of time?
You can prepare the dish up to the point of baking, cover it, and refrigerate for a few hours. Bake it just before serving to ensure it stays fresh and bubbly.
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Best Crack Green Beans Recipe
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
Description
This Best Crack Green Beans recipe is a deliciously addictive side dish featuring tender green beans baked with crispy bacon and a sweet, savory sauce made from brown sugar, butter, soy sauce, and garlic powder. Perfect for family dinners or holiday gatherings, these green beans come out caramelized, flavorful, and irresistible.
Ingredients
Green Beans
- 5 cans (14.5 oz each) green beans, drained
Bacon and Sauce
- 12 slices bacon
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare green beans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Drain the canned green beans thoroughly and place them evenly in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Cook and chop bacon: Fry the bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until they are crispy. Remove bacon and place on paper towels to drain excess grease, then chop into bite-sized pieces. Sprinkle the chopped bacon evenly over the green beans in the baking dish.
- Make the sauce: In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic powder until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating a sweet and savory glaze.
- Combine sauce with beans and bacon: Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the green beans and bacon layered in the baking dish, making sure everything is coated well.
- Bake: Place the baking dish uncovered in the preheated oven. Bake for 40 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbling and caramelized, and the green beans are tender.
- Serve hot: Remove from oven and serve the crack green beans hot, directly from the baking dish for best flavor.
Notes
- Drain green beans well to avoid watery casserole.
- Use unsalted butter to control overall saltiness, as bacon and soy sauce add salt.
- You can substitute fresh green beans blanched briefly if preferred, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
- For a smokier flavor, try smoked bacon.
- This dish reheats well and can be prepared a day ahead.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: green beans, baked green beans, crack green beans, bacon green beans, side dish, holiday side, easy vegetable dish
