Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
4 slice

bacon

chopped

0.5 cup

onion

chopped

0.5 cup

catsup

0.25 cup

brown sugar

1 tbsp

Worcestershire sauce

1 lb

green beans

Step 1
~5 min

Chop the bacon into small pieces.

Step 2
~5 min

Chop the onion into small pieces.

Step 3
~5 min

Cook the bacon and onion in a skillet over medium heat until the onions soften and the bacon is crispy.

Step 4
~5 min

Drain off any excess grease.

Step 5
~5 min

Add the catsup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce to the skillet.

Step 6
~5 min

Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7
~5 min

Add the green beans to the skillet and mix well to coat them with the sauce.

Step 8
~5 min

Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.

Step 9
~5 min

Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 minutes, or until the green beans are tender.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.

If you don't have brown sugar, you can use white sugar instead. Use slightly less white sugar than brown sugar, as white sugar is sweeter.

Fresh green beans work best for this recipe, but frozen green beans can be used in a pinch. Thaw and drain the frozen green beans before adding them to the skillet.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Pairs well with grilled chicken or pork.

Serve as a side dish at a barbecue.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Chicken
Pulled Pork

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Common barbecue side dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer barbecues
Potlucks

Occasion Tags

Barbecue
Summer gathering
Potluck
Holiday

Popularity Score

65/100