Firehouse Green Beans with Bacon Recipe
Firehouse Green Beans with Bacon is a quick and flavorful side dish combining tender green beans with savory bacon, garlic, and shallots, finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. This easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday meals, delivering a delicious balance of smoky, buttery, and fresh flavors.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter (salted or unsalted)
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- ½ shallot, minced
- 2 ounces bacon (half package of real bacon pieces)
- 29 ounces green beans (2 cans French cut, drained)
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Prepare the base: On medium low heat, melt the butter in a pan. Add minced garlic, shallot, and bacon pieces. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to release the flavors and slightly render the bacon.
- Add green beans: Stir in the drained canned green beans, then increase the heat to medium. Stir frequently to heat the green beans evenly without burning, cooking just until they are thoroughly warmed through.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the green beans. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Keep the heat medium low to avoid charring the green beans; they should be just warmed through.
- If using fresh green beans, trim the ends and wash thoroughly before cooking.
- Use canned French Cut green beans for convenience and consistent texture, though fresh beans are preferred by some for flavor.
- Serve immediately to enjoy optimal taste and texture.
Keywords: green beans, bacon, side dish, quick recipe, stovetop, Parmesan, garlic, shallot
