Country Ranch Green Beans ‘n Potatoes with Bacon
This simple side dish combines tender green beans and potatoes with crispy bacon and a savory, easy-to-make ranch butter coating for a comforting, country-style flavor.
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Country Ranch Green Beans ‘n Potatoes with Bacon
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Green beans, trimmed | 1 pound |
| Baby potatoes, halved or quartered | 1 1/2 pounds |
| Bacon, cooked and crumbled | 6 slices |
| Ranch seasoning mix | 1 packet |
| Butter, melted | 3 tablespoons |
| Garlic, minced | 2 cloves |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
| Fresh parsley, chopped | For garnish |
How To Make Country Ranch Green Beans ‘n Potatoes with Bacon:
- Step 1: Cook the Potatoes: Boil the 1 1/2 pounds baby potatoes in salted water for 10-12 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Drain the potatoes and set aside.
- Step 2: Cook the Green Beans: Boil the 1 pound green beans in the same pot (or a separate one) for 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp. Drain the beans and set aside.
- Step 3: Cook the Bacon: Fry the 6 slices bacon until crispy. Crumble the bacon and set it aside. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the bacon grease in a large skillet.
- Step 4: Make the Ranch Butter: In a small bowl, whisk together the 3 tablespoons melted butter, 1 packet ranch seasoning, and 2 minced garlic cloves.
- Step 5: Combine Everything: Heat the skillet containing the reserved bacon grease over medium heat. Add the cooked potatoes, green beans, and crumbled bacon. Pour the ranch butter mixture over the contents and toss everything gently to coat.
- Step 6: Serve: Season with salt and pepper to taste, garnish generously with fresh parsley, and serve warm.
