Country Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes with Bacon
A hearty and comforting dish that combines fresh green beans, earthy potatoes, and smoky bacon, creating a perfect blend of flavors.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Fresh green beans Crisp and full of flavor, can substitute with frozen beans.
- 2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, diced Creamy texture; can substitute with red potatoes or sweet potatoes.
- 6 slices Bacon Feel free to use turkey bacon for a lighter option.
- 2 tablespoons Ranch seasoning mix Homemade ranch seasoning can be used if preferred.
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic enhances the overall aroma.
- Salt and pepper, to taste Adjust based on preference.
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash the fresh green beans thoroughly and trim the ends.
- Peel (if desired) and dice the Yukon Gold potatoes into bite-sized cubes.
- Note: Dicing uniformly helps with even cooking.
Cooking
- In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the bacon from the pan and let it drain on paper towels.
- Keep about 2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the skillet for added flavor.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in the diced potatoes and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and ranch seasoning mix.
- Stir well to coat the potatoes with the seasoning and cook for about 10 minutes until they start to soften.
- Add the green beans to the skillet, stirring to combine.
- Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the beans are tender but still vibrant in color.
- Crumble the crispy bacon and sprinkle it over the dish just before serving.
Notes
Serve as a standalone dish or pair with grilled chicken or steak. Can garnish with freshly chopped parsley or a squeeze of lemon juice for added flavor.