Country Ranch Green Beans

Here’s a tasty and comforting recipe for Country Ranch Green Beans — the perfect Southern-style side dish that’s bursting with flavor from bacon, ranch seasoning, and tender green beans.

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🥓 Country Ranch Green Beans

🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes

🕒 Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4–6

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Ingredients:

• 1½ lbs fresh green beans (trimmed), or 2 (14.5 oz) cans of green beans (drained)

• 4–6 slices bacon, chopped

• 1 packet (1 oz) dry ranch dressing mix

• 1 small onion, diced (optional)

• 2 tablespoons butter (optional, for extra richness)

• Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions:

1. Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside on paper towels. Leave about 1–2 tablespoons of the bacon drippings in the pan.

2. (Optional) Sauté diced onion in the bacon grease until soft and golden, about 5 minutes.

3. Add green beans to the skillet (if using canned, drain them well first). Stir to coat in the bacon grease and onions.

4. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning over the green beans. Add butter if using, and stir well to combine.

5. Simmer on low heat for 10–15 minutes (for canned) or until tender (if using fresh, you may need to simmer with a splash of water for 20–25 minutes, covered).

6. Stir in the cooked bacon just before serving. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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🍽️ Serving Suggestions:

• Goes great with meatloaf, fried chicken, pork chops, or BBQ.

• Can be made in advance and reheated — flavors deepen over time.

Would you like a version for the slow cooker or oven-baked casserole style?