Here’s a hearty and flavorful recipe for Country Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes with Bacon — a Southern-inspired side dish that brings together rustic ingredients and bold seasoning.
Country Ranch Green Beans & Potatoes with Bacon
🍽️ Servings: 6
⏱️ Total Time: ~40 minutes
🔥 Method: Stove-top or one-pot
Ingredients:
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1 ½ lbs baby red potatoes (or Yukon gold), quartered
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1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed (or use frozen if needed)
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6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix (or homemade, see below)
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1 cup chicken broth or water (for simmering)
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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Optional: butter (1–2 tbsp), for richness
Instructions:
1. Cook the Bacon
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In a large skillet or pot, 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 the bacon grease in the pan.
2. Sauté Onion & Garlic
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Add diced onion to the bacon grease and sauté 3–4 minutes until soft.
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Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
3. Add Potatoes & Seasoning
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Stir in potatoes. Sprinkle with the ranch seasoning.
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Toss to coat everything evenly.
4. Add Broth & Simmer
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Pour in the chicken broth (just enough to cover the bottom of the pan).
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Cover and simmer on medium-low heat for about 10–12 minutes.
5. Add Green Beans
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Stir in green beans. Cover again and cook for another 10–15 minutes, until beans and potatoes are tender.
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Add a little more broth if needed to prevent sticking.
6. Finish & Serve
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Return bacon to the pan. Add a pat of butter (optional) and stir to melt.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve warm as a side or hearty main.
Homemade Ranch Seasoning (if you don’t have a packet):
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1 tsp dried dill
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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½ tsp dried parsley
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
Mix and use in place of store-bought packet.
Optional Additions:
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Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top for a cheesy finish.
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Add smoked sausage or shredded chicken to turn it into a one-pot meal.
Would you like this converted into a slow cooker or oven-baked version?