Here’s a true comfort food classic: Country Ranch Green Beans ’n Potatoes with Bacon — a down-home, one-pot side dish that’s hearty enough to steal the spotlight. The smoky bacon, tender potatoes, and ranch-seasoned green beans come together in a savory, buttery broth that’s packed with Southern-style flavor.
🥔🥓 Country Ranch Green Beans ’n Potatoes with Bacon
Ingredients:
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4–6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
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1 small onion, chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 ½ lbs baby potatoes, halved (or quartered if large)
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1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed (or use frozen, thawed)
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1 cup chicken broth
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1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
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2 tbsp unsalted butter
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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Optional: crushed red pepper flakes or smoked paprika, for kick
Instructions:
1. Cook Bacon:
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In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy.
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Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
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Reserve 2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the pan (discard the rest or save for later use).
2. Sauté Aromatics:
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Add onion to the bacon grease and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
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Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds more.
3. Add Potatoes:
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Add potatoes to the pan and sauté for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, to get some golden edges.
4. Simmer with Broth & Seasoning:
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Add green beans, chicken broth, ranch seasoning, and butter. Stir to coat everything evenly.
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Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for 20–25 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender and green beans are soft but not mushy.
5. Finish & Serve:
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Stir in cooked bacon.
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Taste and adjust with salt, pepper, or extra ranch seasoning as needed.
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Serve warm with a sprinkle of parsley or extra butter on top if desired.
Tips & Variations:
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Slow Cooker Version: Add all ingredients to a slow cooker (except bacon), cook on low for 5–6 hours, stir in bacon before serving.
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Use red potatoes or Yukon Golds for a creamier texture.
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For extra richness, stir in a splash of cream or sour cream near the end.
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Want it spicy? Add cayenne or top with pepper jack cheese.