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Country Ranch Green Beans ‘and Potatoes with Bacon Recipe

Country Ranch Green Beans 'and Potatoes with Bacon Recipe
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This hearty Country Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes with Bacon recipe combines fresh green beans and tender baby potatoes simmered with savory bacon, onion, garlic, and aromatic herbs. Enhanced with ranch seasoning and chicken broth, this one-pan dish is both comforting and flavorful, perfect as a side or a light main course.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 4 cups baby potatoes, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

Meat

  • 6 slices bacon, chopped

Seasonings

  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Liquids

  • 1 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until it is crispy. Once done, remove the bacon pieces with a slotted spoon and set aside. Leave the rendered bacon drippings in the skillet for added flavor.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic: Add the diced onion to the skillet with the bacon drippings and sauté until the onion becomes translucent and soft, about 3-4 minutes. Then add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Brown the potatoes: Add the diced baby potatoes to the skillet and cook them in the onion and garlic mixture for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally until they develop a golden brown color on the outside.
  4. Add green beans and seasonings: Stir in the fresh green beans, ranch seasoning mix, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. Mix everything well to coat the vegetables evenly with the seasoning.
  5. Simmer with chicken broth: Pour in the chicken broth, then cover the skillet with a lid. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes and green beans are tender when pierced with a fork.
  6. Finish and serve: Remove the lid, stir in the crispy cooked bacon pieces, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the dish warm as a delicious side or main.

Notes

  • Use fresh green beans for best texture, but frozen can be substituted if necessary—add a few minutes to cooking time.
  • If you prefer a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth.
  • For extra creaminess, add a splash of heavy cream or sour cream before serving.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat nicely.
  • Feel free to add other herbs like parsley or dill for additional flavor variations.

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Keywords: green beans, potatoes, bacon, ranch seasoning, one-pan side dish, easy vegetable recipe

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