For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon and use 2 tablespoons of olive oil or butter to sauté the onions. Add a pinch of smoked paprika for a smoky flavor. Feel free to adjust the amount of brown sugar and chili sauce to suit your taste preferences. Some people prefer a slightly sweeter or spicier flavor. This dish can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to bake. Add about 10-15 minutes to the baking time if baking from cold. If you like a cheesier dish, sprinkle some shredded cheddar cheese on top during the last 5 minutes of baking. To prevent the green beans from drying out during baking, you can add a tablespoon or two of water or vegetable broth to the baking dish before placing it in the oven.
Ruth Cullen's Green Bean Bake
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME55 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS24
Elevate your green beans with this unexpectedly delicious bake! Featuring a savory chili sauce base, sweet brown sugar, and crispy bacon, this dish will transform a simple vegetable into a family favorite with a unique and memorable flavor.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate11 g
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Cholesterol9 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein3 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium718 mg
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Sugar6 g
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Fat6 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02
Step
10 mins
Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until crispy and evenly browned. (8-10 minutes). Remove bacon from skillet, reserving 2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the pan. Crumble the bacon and set aside.
03
Step
6 mins
Add chopped onion to the skillet with the reserved bacon grease. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent. (5-7 minutes)
04
Step
2 mins
In a medium-sized baking dish (approximately 9x13 inches), combine the crumbled bacon, cooked onion, drained green beans, brown sugar, dry mustard, and chili sauce. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
05
Step
30 mins
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the mixture is heated through and bubbly. (30 minutes). Serve hot, and enjoy!
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Clovis Gerhold
Jun 24, 2025I love that this recipe uses canned green beans, making it a quick and convenient side dish.
Kaley Halvorson
Jun 2, 2025I've been making this for potlucks for years, and it's always a hit!
Dolores Leuschke
May 22, 2025So much better than the traditional green bean casserole. The chili sauce adds such a unique twist.
Lyda Gleichner
Apr 5, 2025Easy to follow and delicious. I added a little bit of hot sauce for an extra kick!
Gwen Corwin
Mar 24, 2025This recipe is a game-changer! My kids actually ate their green beans!