Country Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes with Bacon

Here’s a recipe for Country Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes with Bacon:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
• 1 lb baby red potatoes, quartered
• 6 slices of bacon, chopped
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 packet of ranch seasoning mix (1 oz)
• 1 cup chicken broth
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
   • Wash and trim the green beans.
   • Quarter the baby potatoes.
2. Cook the Bacon:
   • In a large skillet or pot, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until it becomes crispy.
   • Remove the bacon using a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the bacon drippings in the skillet.
3. Sauté the Onion and Garlic:
   • In the same skillet with bacon drippings, add the diced onion and cook until it becomes soft and translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
   • Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
4. Add Potatoes:
   • Add the quartered potatoes to the skillet and stir to coat them in the bacon drippings.
   • Season with a bit of salt and pepper.
   • Pour in the chicken broth and cover the skillet. Let the potatoes cook for about 10 minutes until they start to soften.
5. Add Green Beans:
   • Add the green beans to the skillet, stir, and sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix over the top.
   • Stir well to coat everything in the seasoning. Add a splash of olive oil if the mixture is too dry.
6. Simmer:
   • Lower the heat to a simmer and cover the skillet again.
   • Cook for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until both the green beans and potatoes are tender.
7. Add Bacon:
   • Stir in the cooked bacon pieces before serving.
8. Taste and Adjust:
   • Adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or additional ranch seasoning if needed.

Optional Garnish:

• Fresh parsley or a squeeze of lemon juice for added freshness.

Enjoy your country-style ranch green beans and potatoes with bacon!