Description
Country Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes with Bacon is a scrumptious side dish that combines vibrant green beans, tender baby potatoes, and crispy bacon, all enhanced by ranch seasoning and aromatic herbs. This comforting dish is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family dinner or a festive gathering. The marriage of flavors makes it a hit with both kids and adults, ensuring everyone at the table will be asking for seconds. Easy to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients, this side dish effortlessly complements grilled meats or roasted chicken.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans (trimmed)
- 4 cups baby potatoes (diced)
- 6 slices bacon (chopped)
- 1 onion (diced)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove bacon and reserve drippings.
- Sauté diced onion in the reserved drippings until translucent, then add minced garlic for another minute.
- Add diced baby potatoes to the skillet and cook until slightly browned (about 5–7 minutes).
- Stir in trimmed green beans, ranch seasoning mix, thyme, rosemary, and chicken broth; mix well.
- Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes until both vegetables are tender.
- Stir in crispy bacon pieces and season with salt and pepper before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sauteing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg