Oma's Country Green Beans with Bacon Onion Gruene Bohnen

Get ready to savor a timeless family classic with "Oma's Country Green Beans with Bacon Onion (Gruene Bohnen)." This hearty side dish brings together tender, simmered green beans infused with smoky bacon, caramelized yellow onions, and a subtle kick of garlic, all simmered in a rich, buttery chicken broth. Hints of white vinegar and sugar lend a perfect balance of tangy and sweet, elevating this dish to comfort food perfection. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is a must-have for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings, delivering nostalgic flavors straight from Oma's kitchen. Serve these flavorful green beans warm, topped generously with crumbled bacon for a rustic twist that will have everyone asking for seconds! Perfectly suited for lovers of traditional German-inspired cooking, this dish pairs well with roasted meats, potatoes, or crusty bread.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh green beans
• 6 slices bacon
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1.5 cups chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoon white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the green beans, removing the stem ends. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the cooked bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve about 2 tablespoons of the rendered bacon grease in the pan.

Step 3

Add the diced onion to the pan with the bacon grease and sauté over medium heat until soft and lightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the onions and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring constantly until fragrant.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the green beans to the skillet, tossing them gently with the onion and garlic mixture to coat.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth and add the butter, salt, black pepper, white vinegar, and sugar. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer the green beans for 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender but still slightly crisp. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 8

Once the beans are cooked to your desired texture, crumble the reserved cooked bacon over the top and stir gently to combine.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or a splash of vinegar to taste.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish, garnished with additional crumbled bacon if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1004.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	564.6

Total Fat 29.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 78.5mg	0%
Sodium 2852.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.7g	0%
Total Sugars 24.7g
Protein 31.1g	0%

Vitamin D 7.7IU	0%
Calcium 240.8mg	0%
Iron 6.4mg	0%
Potassium 1701.5mg	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: 44.9%

Protein: 20.8%

Carbs: 34.3%