Southern Style Green Beans and Red Potatoes

Southern Style Green Beans and Red Potatoes

I can't wait for dinner tonight!!! I want fresh green beans like my grandmother used to make!!!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of fresh green beans
• 1 quart of red potatoes or 4 potatoes cut into quarters
• 1/4 of an onion, chopped
• 1 chicken or beef broth cube
• Three pieces of bacon
• 1 teaspoon Pampered Chef garlic herb spice (optional) or 1/4 tsp garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon of pepper
• Salt to taste
• 2 cups of water (or enough to cover the beans and potatoes)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:
   • Begin by chopping the onion and cutting the red potatoes into quarters.
2. Cook the Bacon and Onions:
   • Fry the bacon in a large pot until it’s crispy. Remove and set aside.
   • In the same pot, sauté the chopped onions in the bacon grease until they are translucent.
3. Add Remaining Ingredients:
   • Add the fresh green beans, quartered red potatoes, chicken or beef broth cube, garlic herb spice (if using), pepper, and salt to the pot.
   • Pour in enough water to cover the beans and potatoes.
4. Simmer:
   • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
   • Let it cook for at least an hour, stirring occasionally. For an even richer flavor, let it simmer longer.
5. Finish and Serve:
   • Crumble the cooked bacon and sprinkle it over the top before serving.
   • Enjoy this hearty Southern-style dish!

Serving Suggestions:

Serve these Southern Style Green Beans and Red Potatoes alongside grilled meats, cornbread, or a fresh garden salad for a complete, satisfying meal.