Ingredients:
1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces 🥬
4 cups baby potatoes (or 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced) 🥔
6 slices bacon, chopped 🥓
1 onion, diced 🧅
2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix 🌿
1 cup chicken broth 🍗
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 🌿
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary 🌿
Salt and pepper, to taste 🧂
2 tablespoons olive oil (optional, if needed) 🫒
Instructions:
Cook the Bacon:
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set it aside, leaving the drippings in the pan. 🥓🔥
Sauté the Aromatics:
In the same skillet with the bacon drippings, add the diced onion. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. 🧅🍳
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. 🧄👃
Cook the Potatoes:
Add the diced potatoes to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes start to brown slightly, about 5-7 minutes. 🥔🔄
Add Green Beans and Seasonings:
Stir in the green beans, ranch seasoning mix, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. 🌿🧂
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. 🍗💧
Cover the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes and green beans are tender. ⏲️
Finish the Dish:
Once the vegetables are tender, stir in the cooked bacon. 🥓🔄
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. 🧂👅
Serve:
Serve the Country Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes hot as a hearty side dish. 🍽️
This dish is perfect for a comforting side and pairs well with a variety of main courses. Enjoy! 🍽️😊
