Brown Sugar Green Beans
Brown sugar green beans are a sweet and savory side dish, combining tender green beans with caramelized brown sugar and a touch of butter. Perfect for holiday meals or weeknight dinners, this easy recipe adds a hint of sweetness to fresh vegetables.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Wooden Spoon or Spatula
- Colander
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 2 lbs fresh green beans - ends trimmed
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- ⅔ cup brown sugar
- 6 strips bacon - chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place the green beans in a large pot and cover them with water.
- Bring the pot to a boil over high heat.
- Cook the beans until they are tender but still firm enough to be pierced easily with a fork (they will cook a bit more later, so avoid overcooking).
- Once tender, drain the beans rinse them under cold water, and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook the bacon over medium-high heat for about 6-8 minutes until fully cooked but not crispy.
- Add the brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and garlic to the skillet, stirring until well combined.
- Then, add the green beans and stir continuously until the sauce becomes bubbly and the beans are well coated about 4-6 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to your liking and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra crunch, consider adding toasted almonds or walnuts on top just before serving.