Cracker Barrel Green Beans
The perfect balance of crispy and crunchy textures and flavors! The smoky, salty bacon and the maple syrup add a subtle sweetness that ties this yummy side dish all together.
Servings 6 servings
Calories 203kcal
Equipment
- 1 9x13 casserole dish
- 1 skillet
- 1 Food Tongs
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh green beans
- 4 slices bacon cut in bite size
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter melted
- 3 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the bite size bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a paper towel to drain.
- While the bacon is cooking, trim the ends off the green beans and blanch them in boiling water for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, maple syrup, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the blanched green beans in a baking dish. Pour the butter mixture over the green beans and toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the top. If you like a bit of heat, sprinkle some pepper flakes over the top as well.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the green beans are tender and the flavors have melded together.
- Remove from the oven and serve hot.
Notes
Storage - Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. I don't recommend freezing leftovers. It changes the texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 203kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 492mg | Potassium: 218mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 827IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 1mg
