Description
Copycat Cracker Barrel Green Beans deliver tender, smoky canned green beans simmered low and slow with bacon and onion for authentic Southern restaurant flavor. This easy 5-ingredient side dish takes 50 minutes total and serves 8 as a perfect pairing for fried chicken, ham, or holiday meals. Foolproof steps ensure tender beans without mushiness.
Ingredients
4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
3 cans (14.5 oz each) cut green beans, undrained
1/2 cup sweet onion, diced
1 tsp granulated sugar
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Chop bacon into 1/2-inch pieces. In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook bacon 5-7 minutes until fat renders and edges brown but not crisp. No need to drain.
Add undrained green beans (with liquid), diced onion, sugar, pepper, and salt if using. Stir once to combine.
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat (3-5 minutes), then reduce to low simmer. Cover and cook undisturbed 35-45 minutes until onions soften and flavors meld. Beans stay tender without stirring.
Remove lid, taste, and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with slotted spoon, letting excess liquid drain. Pairs perfectly with cornbread or mashed potatoes.
Notes
Storage: Fridge 5 days in liquid; reheat stovetop low.
Make-ahead: Prepare fully, fridge 2 days.
Variations: Crockpot low 3-4 hours; vegan with liquid smoke.
Tips: Undrained liquid infuses flavor; low simmer prevents mush.
- Prep Time: PT10M
- Cook Time: PT40M
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg