Country Ranch Green Beans ‘n Potatoes with Bacon 🥔🥓🌿
This savory side dish combines tender potatoes, fresh green beans, crispy bacon, and ranch-seasoned butter for a comforting, flavorful treat!
Ingredients:
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed 🥒
1 ½ pounds baby potatoes (red or Yukon gold), halved or quartered 🥔
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled 🥓
1 packet ranch seasoning mix 🌿
3 tablespoons butter, melted 🧈
2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) 🌿
Instructions:
1️⃣ Cook the Potatoes:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add the halved or quartered potatoes and cook for 10-12 minutes, until fork-tender.
Drain and set aside. 🥔💧
2️⃣ Cook the Green Beans:
In the same pot, bring water back to a boil.
Add the green beans and cook for 5-7 minutes, until tender-crisp.
Drain and set aside. 🥒
3️⃣ Prepare the Bacon:
While the veggies are cooking, fry the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy.
Remove the bacon, crumble it, and set aside.
Reserve 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the skillet. 🥓🔥
4️⃣ Make the Ranch Butter:
In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, ranch seasoning, and minced garlic until combined. 🧈🧄🌿
5️⃣ Combine Everything:
In the skillet with the reserved bacon grease, toss the cooked potatoes, green beans, and crumbled bacon together.
Pour the ranch butter over the mixture and gently toss to coat evenly. 🥔🥒🥓
6️⃣ Serve:
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm. 🌿🍽️
Tips for Success:
For extra crispiness, roast the potatoes in the oven before combining them with the other ingredients.
Swap fresh green beans for frozen ones in a pinch; adjust the cooking time accordingly.
Add a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese on top for a cheesy twist.
Details:
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Enjoy the hearty, ranch-infused flavors of this Country Ranch Green Beans ‘n Potatoes with Bacon! Perfect as a side dish or a light meal. 😋