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Overhead closeup of string beans and potatoes with pork and onions in a white bowl.

Southern Style Green Beans & New Potatoes


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  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

A hearty and comforting side dish!


Ingredients

  • 5 slices bacon, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup chopped sweet onion (about 1/4 of a large sweet onion)
  • 1 1/2 pounds fresh green beans (rinsed well), ends removed and snapped in half
  • 1 1/2 pounds small red (“new”) potatoes
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (more or less, to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon pepper (more or less, to taste)

Instructions

  1. Cook bacon pieces in a large saucepan over medium heat until lightly browned (but not crispy), about 4 to 5 minutes. Add chopped onion and continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  2. Add green beans and potatoes and cover with water. Add salt and pepper.
  3. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Once simmering, reduce heat to low and cover saucepan.
  4. Simmer gently for 50 minutes, or until green beans and potatoes are tender.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boil
  • Cuisine: American