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    Grits and Pinecones » Recipes » Sides » Green Bean Bundles Wrapped In Bacon

    Green Bean Bundles Wrapped In Bacon

    March 23, 2017 by Sharon Rigsby, Updated October 15, 2020 3 Comments

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    Easy delicious Green Bean Bundles Wrapped in Bacon will lend an elegant touch to your holiday dinner table. These divine little packages of tender green beans, wrapped in smoky bacon with a touch of brown sugar, are sure to be a favorite of your family and friends.

    Green Bean Bundles with Bacon on a white serving platter.

    I first tasted these scrumptious Green Bean Bundles Wrapped in Bacon when a friend brought them to a dinner party several years ago, and I’ve been making them ever since. They do take a little time to assemble so they are probably not something you want to make for a quick weeknight dinner. They are, however, a perfect side dish for a holiday meal or when you want to impress your guests!

    Those of you that know me know that I don’t like most vegetables. I’m not proud of it, and I know I should eat more of them.  I also know that wrapping them in bacon and sprinkling brown sugar on them means that they will not be as healthy as eating plain fresh green beans, but it’s better than the alternative. So, if you have someone in your house that is a picky eater when it comes to veggies, try this recipe for Green Bean Bundles Wrapped in Bacon, and I’ll bet they become a believer like me.

    Looking for more Easter menu ideas? Check out my posts 33 Dazzling and Delicious Easter Desserts,  or 38 Easy Easter Dinner Recipes!

    How to make Green Been Bundles Wrapped in Bacon

    There is a short list of ingredients for Green Bean Bundles Wrapped in Bacon:  fresh green beans, thick bacon, butter, kosher salt, ground black pepper, garlic powder and light brown sugar.

    Ingredients for Green Bean Bundles Wrapped in Bacon including green beans, bacon, brown sugar and butter.

    When you are ready to prepare Green Bean Bundles Wrapped in Bacon, gather your ingredients and preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

    Trim the ends off of the green beans and blanch them. To blanch, place the green beans in a large pan of boiling water and cook for 2 minutes.

    Blanching green beans in large pan of boiling water.

    Remove the green beans, drain and place them in a large bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. When they are cool, drain on paper towels and dry off.

    Green beans in large bowl of ice water.

    In a large frying pan over medium heat, partially cook the bacon for 5-6 minutes until the slices are just beginning to brown but are still pliable. Remove and drain on a paper towel. Cut each slice in half.

    Frying bacon in a large skillet.

    In a small pan over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Add the salt garlic powder and pepper. Mix well.

    To assemble the green bean bundles, take about six beans and wrap them securely in a piece of bacon. Place the bundles’ with the bacon seam side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet and repeat with the remaining beans and bacon.

    Green Bean Bundles Wrapped in Bacon on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.

    Sprinkle each bundle with brown sugar and drizzle with the butter mixture.

    Green Bean Bundles Wrapped in Bacon with brown sugar and butter topping on a baking sheet ready for the oven.

    Roast the beans until the bacon is cooked through and browned, which should take about 20-25 minutes. Serve immediately.

    Green Bean Bundles with Bacon on a white serving platter.

    Green Bean Bundles with Bacon on a white serving platter.
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    Green Bean Bundles Wrapped in Bacon Recipe

    Delicious Green Bean Bundles Wrapped in Bacon are delicious packages of tender green beans wrapped in smoky bacon with a touch of brown sugar, that will lend an elegant touch to your Easter dinner table.
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American, Southern
    Prep Time 20 minutes
    Cook Time 30 minutes
    Total Time 50 minutes
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 196kcal
    Author Sharon Rigsby

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb fresh green beans
    • 4 slices thick bacon
    • 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
    • 1 tsp kosher salt
    • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
    • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
    • 2 Tbsp light brown sugar

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
    • Trim the ends off of the green beans and blanch them. To blanch, place the green beans in a large pan of boiling water and cook for 2 minutes. Remove the green beans, drain and place them in a large bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain on a paper towel and dry them off.
    • In a large frying pan over medium heat, partially cook the bacon for 5-6 minutes until the slices are just beginning to brown but are still pliable. Remove and drain on a paper towel. Cut each slice in half.
    • In a small pan over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Add the salt garlic powder and pepper. Mix well.
    • To assemble the green bean bundles, take about six beans and wrap them securely in a piece of bacon. Place the bundles' with the bacon seam side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet and repeat with the remaining beans and bacon.
    • Sprinkle each bundle with brown sugar and drizzle with the butter mixture.
    • Roast the beans until the bacon is cooked through and browned, which should take about 20-25 minutes. Serve immediately.

    Notes

    Nutrition

    Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 2684mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 950IU | Vitamin C: 16.5mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1.3mg
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    1. Dawn

      January 27, 2018 at 9:07 pm

      I made these tonight for dinner. Very good way to prepare fresh green beans. I will definitely be making these again and serve for a dinner party.

      Reply
      • Gritsandpinecones

        January 28, 2018 at 8:17 am

        Hi Dawn, I’m so glad you liked them and you are right, they are perfect for a dinner party!
        All my best, Sharon

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    2. Keller

      March 24, 2017 at 1:48 pm

      I agree these are the tastiest and prettiest way to prepare green beans. Thanks for sharing Sharon.

      Reply

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