Country Ranch Green Beans ‘n Potatoes with Bacon
This hearty and flavorful dish is a comforting meal that’s perfect for any occasion. The combination of tender green beans, creamy potatoes, crispy bacon, and a zesty ranch dressing is irresistible. It’s a simple yet satisfying dish that’s sure to please your family and friends.
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Ingredients:
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Green beans, trimmed | 1 pound |
Baby potatoes, halved or quartered | 1.5 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) |
Instructions:
- Cook the Potatoes: Boil baby potatoes in salted water for 10-12 minutes, or until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Green Beans: Boil green beans in the same pot for 5-7 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Bacon: Fry bacon until crispy, crumble, and reserve 1 tablespoon of bacon grease.
- Make the Ranch Butter: Whisk together melted butter, ranch seasoning, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
- Combine Everything: In the skillet with reserved bacon grease, toss cooked potatoes, green beans, and crumbled bacon. Pour ranch butter mixture over and toss to coat.
- Serve: Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.