Country Ranch Green Beans Potatoes (Printable Version)

Green beans, potatoes, and crispy bacon shine with ranch herbs in this crowd-pleasing comfort dish.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
02 - 1 1/2 pounds baby potatoes, halved
03 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Protein & Garnish

05 - 8 ounces bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces

→ Seasonings & Liquids

06 - 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix
07 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
08 - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
10 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
11 - 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

→ Optional garnishes

12 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
13 - Sour cream, for serving
14 - Chopped fresh chives, for garnish

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon pieces until golden and crisp, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving 2 tablespoons bacon drippings in the skillet.
02 - Add diced onion to the skillet and sauté over medium heat until translucent, 3-4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
03 - Add green beans and halved baby potatoes to the skillet, tossing to coat in drippings and aromatics. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
04 - Pour in chicken broth and sprinkle with ranch seasoning mix, dried thyme, dried rosemary, black pepper, and kosher salt. Stir thoroughly to blend.
05 - Cover the skillet and simmer over medium-low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and green beans are cooked through, stirring occasionally.
06 - Remove from heat. Stir in most of the cooked bacon, reserving some for garnish. Transfer to a serving dish and top with remaining bacon, chopped parsley, sour cream, and chives as desired.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - To enhance flavor, use fresh herbs when available and adjust quantities accordingly.
02 - For best results, avoid overcooking the green beans to maintain their crisp texture.
03 - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days; reheat thoroughly before serving.

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