GREEN BEANS WITH BACON AND TOMATOES

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This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve larger crowds. Garlic salt can be substituted for the seasoned salt if you like.-Cathy Bell, Joplin, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 4h45m

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (14 ounces) thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped
1 large red onion, chopped
2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen cut green beans
1 can (28 ounces) petite diced tomatoes, undrained
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon seasoned pepper
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 can (16 ounces) red beans, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until partially cooked but not crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 2 tablespoons. Add onion to drippings; cook and stir over medium-high heat until tender., In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine green beans, tomatoes, brown sugar, pepper, salt, bacon and onion. Cook, covered, on low 4 hours. Stir in red beans. Cook until heated through, about 30 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 538mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Brittanica Phillips
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This dish was a disaster! The green beans were mushy and the bacon was burnt. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Thami Ayanda
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The green beans were overcooked and the bacon was too crispy. I think I'll cook the green beans for a shorter amount of time next time.


Shannon Conroy
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I found this dish to be a bit bland. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


michael beltran
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This dish is a bit too oily for my taste. I think I'll try using less bacon next time.


Sharon Woodward
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I'm not a fan of tomatoes, so I omitted them from the recipe. The dish was still delicious without them.


sk biplob
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and flavorful side dish. I love the way the green beans and tomatoes pair together.


Pamela Goldsmith
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I made this dish for a potluck dinner, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors.


Kojo Apprey
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover green beans. I always have a bag of frozen green beans in my freezer, so I can make this dish whenever I want.


KHALEDUR RAHMAN
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I'm a vegetarian, so I used tofu instead of bacon. The dish was still delicious, and I loved the contrast between the soft tofu and the crispy green beans.


Shabir Khattak
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I added a few extra ingredients to this dish, including some chopped onion and garlic. It turned out even better than I expected!


Yusuf Ali
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I made this dish exactly as written, and it turned out perfectly. The green beans were cooked perfectly and the bacon was crispy and flavorful.


sammy Dc
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This dish is so simple to make, but it's packed with flavor. I love the way the bacon and tomatoes caramelize in the pan.


Imran Bhatti302
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I'm not usually a fan of green beans, but this recipe changed my mind! The bacon and tomatoes really elevate the flavor of the beans. I'll definitely be making this again.


James Jolly
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The green beans are tender and flavorful, the bacon adds a nice smoky flavor, and the tomatoes add a pop of color and freshness.


Ramim Hussen
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This dish was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of green beans, bacon, and tomatoes is classic and delicious. I especially loved the addition of the red pepper flakes, which gave the dish a nice kick.