ere’s a hearty and flavorful recipe for Country Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes with Bacon—a classic Southern-style side dish (or even a meal on its own) that’s perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
🥔 Country Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes with Bacon
📝 Ingredients:
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1 lb fresh green beans (trimmed and cut in half)
or use 2 cans (14.5 oz) of green beans, drained -
1½ lbs baby red or gold potatoes (halved or quartered)
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6 slices thick-cut bacon (chopped)
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1 small onion (chopped)
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2 cloves garlic (minced)
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1 packet ranch seasoning mix (1 oz, dry)
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1½ cups chicken broth
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Optional: Red pepper flakes for heat
🍳 Instructions:
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Parboil the Potatoes
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In a large pot, boil potatoes in salted water for about 8–10 minutes, or until just fork-tender.
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Drain and set aside.
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Cook the Bacon
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In a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy.
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Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside. Leave 2–3 tablespoons of bacon grease in the pan.
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Sauté the Aromatics
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In the bacon grease, sauté the chopped onion until soft (about 4–5 minutes).
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Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
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Add Veggies & Seasoning
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Add green beans and parboiled potatoes to the skillet.
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Sprinkle the ranch seasoning packet over everything.
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Pour in the chicken broth and stir gently to combine.
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Simmer
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Bring to a low boil, then reduce to a simmer.
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Cover and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until green beans are tender and broth is mostly absorbed.
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Finish & Serve
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Stir in the cooked bacon.
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Taste and season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
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Serve warm as a side or hearty main dish.
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🍽️ Tips:
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Want it smokier? Add a dash of smoked paprika.
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For extra richness, add a pat of butter before serving.
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This dish also works great in a slow cooker — let me know if you want crockpot instructions.