Description
Pioneer Woman’s Crack Green Beans are a mouthwatering side dish made with green beans, crispy bacon, and a flavorful sauce that’s a mix of savory, sweet, and tangy elements. The dish gets its name because it’s so deliciously addictive that you’ll keep coming back for more. With minimal ingredients and easy preparation, it’s a fantastic way to elevate a simple vegetable into something truly special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cans (14.5 ounces each) green beans, drained
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the bacon: In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet, drain on paper towels, and crumble into small pieces.
- Prepare the green beans: Drain the canned green beans and place them in a large baking dish.
- Make the sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir until the brown sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is well combined.
- Assemble the dish: Pour the sauce over the green beans in the baking dish. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon evenly over the top.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the green beans are heated through.
- Serve: Let the crack green beans cool slightly before serving. Enjoy as a savory side dish with your favorite main course.