Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
6 slice

bacon

diced

0.75 cup

onion

chopped

0.5 cup

green pepper

chopped

2 tbsp

flour

2 tbsp

brown sugar

1 tbsp

Worcestershire sauce

16 oz

canned tomatoes

16 oz

green beans

drained

0.5 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

pepper

0.13 tsp

dry mustard

Step 1
~4 min

Dice bacon into small pieces.

Step 2
~4 min

Cook bacon in a large skillet until crisp. Remove bacon from the skillet and set aside, reserving the bacon fat.

Step 3
~4 min

Add chopped onion and green pepper to the skillet with the remaining bacon fat.

Step 4
~4 min

Cook the onion and green pepper until tender.

Step 5
~4 min

Blend in flour, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and dry mustard.

Step 6
~4 min

Add the canned tomatoes to the mixture.

Step 7
~4 min

Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened.

Step 8
~4 min

Add the drained green beans to the sauce.

Step 9
~4 min

Heat the green beans thoroughly, ensuring they are well coated with the sauce.

Step 10
~4 min

To serve, combine the cooked green beans with the reserved crispy bacon.

Step 11
~4 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.

For a richer flavor, use smoked bacon.

Adjust the amount of brown sugar to your preference.

Serve with a side of cornbread for a classic Southern meal.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled chicken, pork, or fish.

Pair with cornbread or biscuits.

Top with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Pork chops
Fried catfish
Cornbread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Popular in Creole and Cajun cuisine, often served as a side dish during family gatherings and holidays.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Family reunions

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Family Dinner
Holiday
Potluck

Popularity Score

75/100

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