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Crack Green Beans

This Crack Green Beans recipe is a sweet and savory side dish favorite—tender green beans baked in a rich glaze of butter, brown sugar, bacon, and soy sauce. An irresistible crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for holidays or weeknight dinners!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 5 cans 14.5 oz each cut green beans, drained
  • 8 slices bacon cooked crisp and crumbled
  • ⅔ cup brown sugar light or dark
  • ¼ cup butter melted
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Cook Bacon
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels, then crumble and set aside.
  • Prepare Sauce
  • In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic powder, and pepper until smooth.
  • Assemble Dish
  • Place drained green beans in the prepared baking dish. Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the top and toss to coat. Sprinkle with the crumbled bacon.
  • Bake
  • Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and slightly thickened.
  • Serve
  • Serve warm — these beans are sweet, savory, and irresistibly rich!