🥔🥓 Country Ranch Green Beans ‘n Potatoes with Bacon
🕒 Total Time: 40–45 minutes
Servings: 4–6
🧾 Ingredients:
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4–5 slices bacon, chopped
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1 small onion, diced (optional)
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1½ lbs baby potatoes or red potatoes, halved or quartered
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1 lb fresh or frozen green beans, trimmed
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1 packet (1 oz) dry ranch seasoning mix
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2 tbsp olive oil or bacon grease
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Optional: 1–2 cloves garlic, minced
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Optional garnish: chopped parsley or shredded Parmesan
🍳 Instructions:
1. Cook the Bacon:
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In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy.
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Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside. Leave about 1–2 tbsp of bacon grease in the pan.
2. Sauté the Onion (Optional):
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If using, add diced onion to the pan and cook until softened (3–4 minutes).
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Add minced garlic in the last 30 seconds, if desired.
3. Cook the Potatoes:
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Add potatoes to the pan, toss to coat in the grease, and season with a bit of salt and pepper.
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Cover and cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and golden.
4. Add Green Beans:
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Stir in the green beans and about 2 tablespoons of water.
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Cover and steam for 5–7 minutes, or until beans are tender-crisp (longer if using fresh beans).
5. Season & Finish:
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Sprinkle the dry ranch seasoning over everything.
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Add cooked bacon back to the pan and stir well to coat.
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Cook uncovered for another 2–3 minutes to let flavors meld and liquid evaporate.
6. Serve:
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Garnish with fresh parsley or Parmesan if desired.
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Serve warm as a comforting side or rustic main dish.
📝 Tips & Variations:
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Oven-roasted version: Toss everything in olive oil + ranch mix and roast at 400°F (200°C) for 30–35 minutes.
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Creamy twist: Add a splash of cream or dollop of sour cream after cooking for a richer dish.
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Add protein: Stir in shredded chicken or smoked sausage for a full meal.