Savory Bacon-Glazed Green Beans
Elevate your holiday table with this unique twist on the classic green bean casserole! Savory Bacon-Glazed Green Beans are a delightful mix of tender green beans, crispy bacon pieces, and a sweet soy sauce glaze that dance together in a perfect harmony of flavors. This dish can use canned, frozen, or fresh green beans, making it a flexible recipe for any occasion. It's an ideal side dish for family gatherings and festive celebrations, guaranteed to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more.
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Servings
280
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Green beans
5 (15-ounce cans, drained)
Bacon
12 (slices, cooked and chopped)
Brown sugar
2/3 (cup)
Butter
1/4 (cup, melted)
Soy sauce
7 (teaspoons)
Garlic powder
1 1/2 (teaspoons)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Drain the green beans and transfer them to a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2
In a frying pan or microwave, cook the bacon until it is cooked through but still chewy—avoid getting it too crispy as it will continue to cook in the oven. Once cooled slightly, chop the bacon into large pieces and sprinkle them over the green beans.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, melted butter, soy sauce, and garlic powder until well combined. Pour this sweet and savory mixture evenly over the green beans and bacon in the baking dish.
4
Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes, or until the dish is bubbly and the beans are tender.
5
Once done, remove from the oven and serve warm as a delicious side dish to complement any meal.
Nutrition Information
18g
Fat
24g
Carbs
6g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Bacon-Glazed Green Beans?
Savory Bacon-Glazed Green Beans are a holiday-inspired side dish featuring tender green beans, crispy bacon pieces, and a sweet soy sauce glaze.
Can I use fresh or frozen green beans for this recipe?
Yes, this recipe is flexible and can be made using canned, frozen, or fresh green beans.
How many cans of green beans are required?
The recipe calls for five 15-ounce cans of green beans, which should be drained before use.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) before baking the dish.
How long should the dish be baked?
Bake the green beans uncovered for approximately 40 minutes.
How should the bacon be cooked initially?
Cook the bacon in a frying pan or microwave until it is cooked through but still chewy, as it will continue cooking in the oven.
Why should the bacon not be too crispy before baking?
Avoiding extra crispiness initially prevents the bacon from burning or becoming too hard during the 40-minute oven bake.
What size baking dish is needed?
A 9x13-inch baking dish is the recommended size for this recipe.
What are the ingredients in the sweet soy glaze?
The glaze is made from brown sugar, melted butter, soy sauce, and garlic powder.
How much brown sugar is used in the recipe?
The recipe requires 2/3 cup of brown sugar for the glaze.
How much butter is needed?
You will need 1/4 cup of melted butter.
What is the measurement for the soy sauce?
The recipe uses 7 teaspoons of soy sauce.
How much garlic powder should be added?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 teaspoons of garlic powder.
Do I need to drain the green beans?
Yes, you must drain the green beans before transferring them to the baking dish.
Is the green bean dish baked covered or uncovered?
The dish should be baked uncovered to allow the glaze to bubble and the bacon to finish cooking.
How many calories are in a serving?
Each serving contains approximately 280 calories.
What is the fat content for this dish?
This recipe contains 18g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in Savory Bacon-Glazed Green Beans?
There are 24g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content of this recipe?
There are 6g of protein per serving.
Is this recipe suitable for holiday gatherings?
Yes, it is specifically described as an ideal side dish for family gatherings and festive holiday celebrations.
How do I prepare the bacon after cooking?
Once slightly cooled, chop the bacon into large pieces and sprinkle them over the green beans.
How do I prepare the glaze?
Whisk together the brown sugar, melted butter, soy sauce, and garlic powder in a separate bowl until well combined.
How do I know when the dish is done?
The dish is finished when it is bubbly and the green beans have reached a tender consistency.
How many slices of bacon are needed?
The recipe calls for 12 slices of bacon.
Is this dish considered a casserole?
Yes, it is a unique twist on the classic green bean casserole.
What is the flavor profile of the glaze?
The glaze provides a sweet and savory harmony of flavors that complements the salty bacon and tender beans.
Is this an easy recipe to follow?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe with simple steps suitable for home cooks.
Should I serve this dish warm?
Yes, it is best served warm as a delicious side dish to complement any meal.
What is the main vegetable used?
The main vegetable used in this recipe is green beans.
How many ingredients total are in this recipe?
There are 6 main ingredients used in this Savory Bacon-Glazed Green Beans recipe.