Green Bean Bacon Bundles (Ready-to-Print Version)
Green beans and bacon glazed with sweet brown sugar make a quick side that’s savory, crisp, and flavorful.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Main
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1 pound fresh French green beans, trimmed
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6 slices thick-cut bacon
→ Glaze
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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1/4 cup packed brown sugar
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 teaspoon Dan-O's Cheesoning or garlic seasoning blend
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 5 to 6 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Immediately transfer the beans to a bowl of ice water to halt cooking, then drain and pat dry.
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In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, soy sauce, and Dan-O's Cheesoning or preferred garlic seasoning. Stir until a thick, cohesive glaze forms.
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Cut each bacon slice in half to create 12 pieces. Gather 5 to 7 green beans and wrap a half slice of bacon around the center, securing the ends underneath. Repeat with remaining beans and bacon to form bundles.
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Arrange the bundles seam side down on a foil-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle each bundle lightly with additional seasoning blend. Spoon the brown sugar glaze evenly over each bundle, spreading gently over the bacon.
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Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Bake bundles for 30 to 35 minutes until bacon is crisp and caramelized. Glaze should be bubbly and beans tender. For extra crispness, broil for 2 to 3 minutes at the end, monitoring closely.
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Let bundles rest briefly, then transfer to a platter and serve immediately while hot and the bacon is at peak crispiness.
# Handy Tips:
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Blanching the beans and shocking in ice water preserves their vibrant color and ideal texture.
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Use tongs for assembling bundles to keep hands clean and green beans intact.
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Wrapping bacon snugly and placing seam side down helps prevent unraveling during baking.
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Foil-lining the pan streamlines cleanup and prevents sticking due to caramelized glaze.