Description
Bacon-wrapped dishes have long held a special place in the hearts and taste buds of food enthusiasts. The irresistible combination of crispy, salty bacon and tender, flavorful ingredients is a culinary match made in heaven. Today, we’re taking this beloved concept to new heights with our mouthwatering recipe for Bacon-Wrapped Green Bean Bundles. These elegant and easy-to-prepare side dishes are sure to impress guests at your next holiday gathering or family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 8 slices bacon
- 3 tablespoon butter, melted
- 2 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment or foil, lightly greasing it.
- Blanch green beans in boiling salted water for 2–3 minutes until just tender-crisp, then transfer them to an ice bath. Drain and pat dry.
- In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Gather 6–8 green beans and wrap them with a single slice of bacon, placing the seam side down on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat until all green beans are bundled.
- Brush any remaining butter mixture over the tops of the bundles.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the bacon is crisp and the green beans are tender.
Notes
These Bacon-Wrapped Green Bean Bundles are the perfect accompaniment to a wide range of main dishes, from roasted meats to hearty casseroles. Serve them warm, allowing the sweet-savory glaze to mingle with the crispy bacon and tender green beans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bundle
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg