Best 8 Classic Country Green Beans Recipes

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When it comes to classic comfort food, nothing beats a plate of country green beans. This Southern side dish is made with fresh, crisp green beans, cooked with bacon, onion, and garlic, and seasoned with salt, pepper, and a hint of sugar. The result is a flavorful, savory dish that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're serving it at a family gathering, a potluck, or a holiday dinner, classic country green beans are sure to be a hit.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

COUNTRY GREEN BEANS



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Fresh green beans are cooked with bacon, onion, and garlic for a delicious side dish.

Provided by BellaDiva

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup chopped uncooked bacon
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ cup butter
¼ cup chicken broth
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels.
  • Combine bacon, green beans, onion, butter, chicken broth, garlic, salt, and pepper in a saucepan. Cover and simmer on medium heat until beans are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 34.7 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 520.7 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

COUNTRY GREEN BEANS



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This deliciously different way to dress up green beans is sure to become a family favorite at your house, too. The garlic, chopped ham and onion blend so well with the beans. It's a beautiful and tasty side dish that has real country appeal. -Linda Gaido, New Brighton, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup water
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender. Drain if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 529mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CLASSIC BUTTERED GREEN BEANS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Kosher salt
2 pounds green beans, trimmed
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 medium shallots, sliced
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Fill a large bowl with ice water; generously salt the water.
  • Add the green beans to the boiling water and cook until bright green and just tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Drain and transfer to the ice water to cool completely. Drain again and transfer to a paper towel-lined baking sheet; pat dry.
  • Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large wide pot over medium-high heat. Add the shallots, season with salt and cook, stirring, until slightly softened, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add the green beans to the pot; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until hot, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove from the heat and add 1 tablespoon water and the remaining 1 tablespoon butter; stir to coat.

OLD-FASHIONED GREEN BEANS



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Mom would prepare homegrown green beans using this recipe and, boy, did they ever taste good! The bacon provides rich flavor and the brown sugar a touch of sweetness. This is one irresistible side dish. -Willa Govoro, St. Clair, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 bacon strips, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 pounds fresh green beans
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, about 5 minutes. Add the beans, brown sugar and water. Stir gently; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until beans are crisp-tender, 15 minutes. Remove to a serving bowl with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 132mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CLASSIC COUNTRY GREEN BEANS



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I love green beans in any form, but this is my family's absolute favorite way to eat them. There are never any leftovers!

Provided by SunnyDaysNora

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 (14.5 ounce) cans green beans, undrained
1 cup water, or as needed
2 ounces fatback, sliced into small rectangles
2 cubes chicken bouillon
1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Empty canned green beans with liquid into a large saucepan. Add enough water to just cover beans. Stir in fatback, bouillon, onion powder, garlic powder, seasoned salt, and pepper until well combined; bring to a boil.
  • Boil for 10 minutes, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 6.1 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 1025.3 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

SLOW-COOKED COUNTRY GREEN BEANS



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While the cooking time may seem extremely long, this is an old-fashioned Southern means of cooking vegetables. When cooked this way, the beans are served with their "pot liquor" and cornbread to sop it up.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup chopped yellow onions
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (8-ounce) ham hock, scored
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed and halved

Steps:

  • Add the oil in a medium, heavy saucepan. Add the onion and saute until tender, about 3 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne. Add the ham hocks, garlic, and beans. Add enough water to almost completely cover the beans. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 2 hours. Remove from the heat and serve with the cooking liquid.

COUNTRY GREEN BEANS



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these are great, good side at sunday dinner. the lemon really jazzes this dish up, i hope you enjoy. thanks again Mo' for the great side.

Provided by HOTTOPOT

Categories     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 -4 lbs fresh green beans
1 lb sliced bacon
1 large vidalia onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, smashed
1 lemon, juice of
3 tablespoons salted butter
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut the ends off of the green beans (or snap them like the old folks did and remove the string).
  • Wash and drain the beans.
  • Cut the bacon into small cubes, and set it aside with the onion and garlic, until ready to use.
  • Bring the large pot of salted water to a boil ( about 2 tablespoons salt to 1 ½ gallons of water).
  • Add the beans and the lemon juice.
  • Let this boil gently for 7 to 10 minutes, until the beans are tender.
  • Drain the beans, reserving about 2 cups of the cooking water.
  • In a large sauté pan, cook the bacon.
  • Then add the onion and garlic Sauté for 7 to 10 minutes over low heat.
  • Add the beans and the reserved water to the bacon mixture.
  • Add the butter, season with salt and pepper, and cover.
  • Simmer for 5 minutes over low heat.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 723.3, Fat 60.5, SaturatedFat 22.7, Cholesterol 100, Sodium 1043.2, Carbohydrate 29.8, Fiber 9.9, Sugar 13, Protein 20.1

AUNT MARTHA'S COUNTRY GREEN BEANS



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Make and share this Aunt Martha's Country Green Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Elizabeth Fullerton

Categories     Vegetable

Time 2h45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 cups fresh green beans, snapped and washed
2 cups chicken broth, seasoned with garlic (I use Swanson's)
4 pieces bacon
2 tablespoons bacon grease
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon salt
water, to cover green beans

Steps:

  • Using a large pan, put all the ingredients in the pan.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Cook for approximately two and a half hours.
  • If needed add more water.
  • Make sure the beans are really tender before serving.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender green beans. Look for beans that are a deep green color and have no blemishes or bruises.
  • Trim the beans before cooking. Remove the ends of the beans and any strings that are running down the sides.
  • Cook the beans in a small amount of water. This will help to preserve their flavor and nutrients.
  • Season the beans with salt and pepper to taste. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic, onion, or bacon, to taste.
  • Cook the beans until they are tender but still have a slight crunch. Overcooked beans will be mushy and bland.
  • Serve the beans immediately. You can also store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Classic country green beans are a simple but delicious side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and they are also a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Whether you are serving them at a weeknight dinner or a holiday gathering, these beans are sure to be a hit.

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