Country Ranch Green Beans Bacon (Recipe for Printing)

Crispy bacon, ranch herbs, and potatoes combine with green beans for a hearty, flavorful skillet meal.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 pound baby potatoes, halved or quartered
02 - 12 ounces fresh green beans, trimmed
03 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Protein and Fats

05 - 6 slices bacon, diced
06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil, optional if bacon is lean

→ Liquids and Seasonings

07 - 1 cup chicken broth
08 - 1 packet ranch seasoning mix, 1 ounce
09 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
11 - Salt to taste
12 - Black pepper to taste
13 - Red pepper flakes or hot sauce, as desired for spice

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy, approximately 8 to 10 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat.
02 - Add finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the rendered bacon fat in the skillet. Cook over medium heat until onions become translucent and garlic is fragrant, about 5 minutes. If bacon is lean, add 1 tablespoon olive oil to the pan.
03 - Add trimmed green beans and cut baby potatoes to the pan. Stir well to coat in the aromatics, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
04 - Pour in the chicken broth. Sprinkle with ranch seasoning mix, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. Stir to blend the seasonings evenly. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes until potatoes and green beans are tender.
05 - Return crispy bacon to the skillet, stir to combine, and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper. Garnish with parsley, oregano, or basil if desired. Serve immediately, adding red pepper flakes or hot sauce for extra heat.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Ensure the bacon is cooked until crispy for maximum flavor and texture.
02 - Simmer vegetables thoroughly to fully infuse flavors from the broth and seasoning.
03 - If the dish is too salty, thin with a little additional chicken broth or water.

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