Emeril's Southern Style Green Beans with Bacon and New Potatoes

Savor the comforting taste of the South with Emeril's Southern Style Green Beans with Bacon and New Potatoes—a hearty, one-pot side dish bursting with flavor. Tender green beans and creamy new potatoes are simmered in a rich broth infused with the smokiness of crispy bacon, aromatic garlic, and sautéed onions. Enhanced with a touch of butter and a sprinkle of parsley, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of textures and savory notes. Whether you're looking to complement a traditional Southern-inspired meal or elevate your family dinner with a crowd-pleasing favorite, this dish is as heartwarming as it is satisfying. Ready in under an hour, these green beans and potatoes are a celebration of classic Southern comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound green beans, trimmed
• 1 pound new potatoes, halved if large
• 4 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups chicken stock or broth
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Start by washing the green beans and snapping off the tough ends. Set aside.

Step 2

Wash and scrub the new potatoes, then halve them if they are large.

Step 3

In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until it becomes crispy and renders its fat, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the bacon from the pot with a slotted spoon and set it aside on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.

Step 5

In the same pot with the bacon fat, add the chopped onion and sauté over medium heat until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the green beans and new potatoes to the pot, stirring to coat them in the bacon fat and aromatics.

Step 8

Pour in the chicken stock and add the unsalted butter, salt, and black pepper.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the green beans and potatoes are tender.

Step 10

Once done, taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 11

Stir in the cooked bacon and toss everything together.

Step 12

Transfer the green beans and potatoes to a serving dish and optionally sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for garnish.

Step 13

Serve warm as a hearty side dish with your favorite Southern-inspired meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1601.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1107.4

Total Fat 51.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 128mg	0%
Sodium 3408.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 128.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.0g	0%
Total Sugars 24.5g
Protein 44.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 305.0mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 3578.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.2%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 44.3%