These Cracker Barrel Green Beans are an easy and delicious side dish! Made with canned green beans, crispy bacon, and a touch of sweetness, they are full of rich, smoky flavor. This simple recipe lets you enjoy the classic restaurant taste at home with just a few ingredients!
Jump to RecipeIngredients Needed:
- ¼ pound bacon
- 42 ounces of green beans
- ¼ cup white onion
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
How To Make Green Beans?
- Cook the bacon: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, cook the bacon until lightly browned but not crispy.
- Add the green beans: Stir in the drained green beans, salt, sugar, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Top with onions: Sprinkle the chopped onions over the beans without stirring.
- Simmer: Cover with a lid and bring to a light boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 45 minutes, so the flavors blend perfectly.
- Serve and enjoy: Stir gently before serving and enjoy as a classic Southern side!
Recipe Tips:
- Don’t Overcook the Bacon: Cook the bacon just until it’s lightly browned, not crispy. If it’s too crispy, it won’t release enough flavor into the green beans.
- Use the Right Canned Green Beans: Choose cut green beans instead of French-style for the best texture. Draining the liquid before cooking prevents the dish from becoming too salty.
- Let It Simmer: The key to Cracker Barrel-style flavor is simmering the green beans on low heat for at least 45 minutes. This allows the bacon and onions to infuse their flavor into the beans.
- Don’t Stir Too Much: Stirring too often can break the beans and make them mushy. Just mix gently at the beginning and once before serving.
- Adjust the Seasoning at the End: After simmering, taste the beans and add more salt, pepper, or even a dash of garlic powder if needed for extra flavor.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: First, let the green beans cool down. Then, put them in a sealed container and keep them in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat: Place the green beans in a saucepan over low heat. Stir occasionally and cook for 5-7 minutes, adding a splash of water if needed to prevent drying out.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 52 kcal
- Total Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
- Sodium: 159mg
- Potassium: 321mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 11g
- Dietary Fiber: 4g
- Sugars: 5g
- Protein: 2g
Cracker Barrel Green Beans
Course: Side DishCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: EasyServings
6
servingsPrep time
5
minutesCooking time
45
minutesCalories
52
kcalThese Cracker Barrel Green Beans are an easy and delicious side dish! Made with canned green beans, crispy bacon, and a touch of sweetness, they are full of rich, smoky flavor. This simple recipe lets you enjoy the classic restaurant taste at home with just a few ingredients!
Ingredients
¼ pound bacon
42 ounces of green beans
¼ cup white onion
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
Directions
- Cook the bacon: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, cook the bacon until lightly browned but not crispy.
- Add the green beans: Stir in the drained green beans, salt, sugar, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Top with onions: Sprinkle the chopped onions over the beans without stirring.
- Simmer: Cover with a lid and bring to a light boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 45 minutes, so the flavors blend perfectly.
- Serve and enjoy: Stir gently before serving and enjoy as a classic Southern side!
Notes
- Don’t Overcook the Bacon: Cook the bacon just until it’s lightly browned, not crispy. If it’s too crispy, it won’t release enough flavor into the green beans.
- Use the Right Canned Green Beans: Choose cut green beans instead of French-style for the best texture. Draining the liquid before cooking prevents the dish from becoming too salty.
- Let It Simmer: The key to Cracker Barrel-style flavor is simmering the green beans on low heat for at least 45 minutes. This allows the bacon and onions to infuse their flavor into the beans.
- Don’t Stir Too Much: Stirring too often can break the beans and make them mushy. Just mix gently at the beginning and once before serving.
- Adjust the Seasoning at the End: After simmering, taste the beans and add more salt, pepper, or even a dash of garlic powder if needed for extra flavor.
