Ranch Green Beans (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil (optional)
02 - 1 onion, diced
03 - 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
04 - 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into smaller pieces
05 - 4 cups baby potatoes, or 4 large potatoes peeled and chopped
06 - 1 cup chicken broth
07 - 6 slices bacon, diced
08 - 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
09 - 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
10 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
11 - Salt and pepper to your liking

# Instructions:

01 - In a heavy-bottomed pan or skillet, fry the diced bacon on medium heat until it’s nice and crispy. Scoop out the cooked bacon with a slotted spoon and set it aside. Keep the bacon grease in the pan.
02 - Using the same pan, toss in the chopped onion. Let it cook for about 5 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally. Add in the minced garlic and stir for another minute, just until you can smell it.
03 - Pop the diced potatoes into the pan with the onion mix. Stir every now and then for around 5-7 minutes, letting the edges get a bit golden.
04 - Mix in the green beans, ranch spice mix, thyme, and rosemary. Pour the chicken broth over the top. Let it come to a gentle boil, cover it up, and lower the heat. Let this cook on low for 15-20 minutes until everything softens up.
05 - When the potatoes and beans are tender, sprinkle the crispy bacon back in. Taste and sprinkle with more salt or pepper, if needed.