Family meals are a significant part of the holiday season. Hosts recognize that holiday memories are made around the dinner table, which is why so much effort goes into planning a delicious meal.
When planning a holiday menu, it’s easy to overlook side dishes in favor of the entrée. However, the right side dishes can quickly become the focal point of a holiday meal with family and friends, particularly when they feature unique and irresistible flavors. Such is the case with the following recipe for “Green Beans With Bacon and Pecans” from Lines+Angles. Combining the nutritional value of green beans with the flavor profiles of bacon and pecans, this side dish is sure to please this holiday season.
Green Beans With Bacon and Pecans
Makes 6 servings
4 cups fresh green beans, rinsed and ends trimmed
2/3 cup bacon, chopped
1/2 cup pecan halves
1 red onion, sliced
2 cloves of garlic, chopped
Kosher salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons butter
1. Place green beans in boiling water and cook for about 5 minutes, until crisp and tender.
2. While the beans are cooking, brown the bacon, pecans, sliced onion, and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Drain the green beans and add them to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Sauté together for 2 to 3 minutes on high, stirring frequently.
4. Transfer green bean mixture to a serving dish. Serve hot.
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Total time: 25 minutes
Difficulty: Easy HL24A249