Bacon Green Beans with Cranberries Recipe

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Bacon Green Beans with Cranberries Recipe

What I love most about this easy green bean recipe is that it feels special enough for a holiday feast but is simple enough to prepare for a weeknight dinner. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal preparation, you can create a flavorful vegetable side dish that complements everything from roasted turkey and glazed ham to chicken and beef.

Prep Time5

Cook Time20

Total Time25

Course: Side Dishes

Cuisine: American

Keyword: bacon, Christmas, green beans, side dishes, Thanksgiving

Servings: servings

Calories: 196kcal

Author: Tara Noland

Equipment

Ingredients

4 slices thick-cut bacon cut into small cubes
1 medium shallot thinly sliced
1/3 cup dried cranberries
Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
2 lbs green beans trimmed
2 oz goat cheese

Instructions

Place the diced bacon in a large cold skillet. Cover and cook over medium heat, stirring often until crispy, about 8 to 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the bacon from the skillet to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving the bacon fat in the skillet.
Add the sliced shallots and cranberries to the skillet, season with Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the shallots are softened, about 3 minutes.
Add the green beans to the skillet and 2-3 tbsps of water. Cover and cook until crisp-tender, about 5 – 7 minutes.
Transfer the beans to a serving platter, sprinkle with the crispy bacon and top with crumbled goat cheese.
Enjoy!

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