Fresh Steamed Green Beans

Recipe > Fresh Steamed Green Beans

Units: US

– Servings: 8

These beans are the perfect side dish for just about any main course when you’re looking for something better than canned. I always serve them with Mom’s Meatloaf and No-Fuss Mashed Potatoes, just like my mom and grandmother do.

10 Minutes Prep

– 15 Minutes Cook

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Recipe

Place beans and onion slices in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Lower heat to medium-low and cook, uncovered, until beans are crisp-tender, 8-10 minutes. Drain.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until bacon is crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Drain on paper towel and allow to cool a bit.

Sprinkle beans with salt and pepper; toss to coat. Just before serving, sprinkle top of beans with cooked bacon.

Ingredients

8 cupsfresh green beans, ends snapped off and snapped in half

4strips center cut bacon, chopped

1/2 cuponion, sliced thinly

1/4 tspsalt

1/4 tsppepper

Tips for this Recipe

It’s absolutely worth using fresh beans in this recipe. To choose green beans that are perfectly fresh, make sure they’re firm and not too lumpy. During the summer, I like to shop at the local farmer’s market. I know I’m getting the freshest produce possible plus I’m supporting local businesses.
To keep the beans at their peak freshness, store in your refrigerator’s crisper drawer in a plastic bag.