Country-Style Ranch Green Beans & Potatoes with Crispy Bacon Bliss (Print version)
Tender baby potatoes and green beans tossed with ranch seasoning, butter, and crisp bacon for a cozy country-style side dish.
# Ingredients:
For the skillet
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6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
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1 1/2 lb (680 g) baby gold or red potatoes, halved or quartered
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1 small yellow onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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3/4 cup (180 ml) low-sodium chicken broth
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1 packet (1 oz or 28 g) ranch seasoning
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1 lb (450 g) fresh green beans, trimmed and halved
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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Salt, only if needed
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional
# Instructions:
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Place the chopped bacon in a wide skillet over medium heat. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring often, until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and leave about 1 tablespoon of drippings in the skillet.
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Add the potatoes and onion to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring once or twice, until the onion starts to soften and some potato edges pick up color.
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Stir in the garlic for 30 seconds. Add the chicken broth and ranch seasoning, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
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Cover the skillet and cook over medium-low heat for 10-12 minutes, or until the potatoes are nearly fork-tender.
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Add the green beans, cover again, and cook for 7-9 minutes until the beans are tender and bright green and the potatoes are fully tender.
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Uncover and simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce excess liquid. Stir in the butter, black pepper, and most of the bacon. Taste before adding salt.
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Transfer to a serving dish and top with the remaining crispy bacon and parsley. Serve warm.
# Good to know:
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Best served warm while the bacon is crisp.
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If using canned green beans, add them during the final 3-5 minutes only.
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Taste before salting because ranch seasoning and bacon both add salt.