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Cast Iron Green Beans with Bacon & Onion

Green beans cooked in a cast iron skillet with bacon and onion make a savory, satisfying side dish with plenty of flavor. This recipe is simple, rustic, and a great fit for grilled meats, roasts, and comfort-food dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 pound fresh green beans trimmed
  • 4 slices bacon chopped
  • 1 small yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Directions
  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the green beans and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until just tender. Drain and set aside.
  3. Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add the chopped bacon and cook until crisp.
  5. Add the sliced onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
  6. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  7. Add the green beans to the skillet.
  8. Season with salt and black pepper, then cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is hot and lightly browned in spots.
  9. Serve warm.