Green Bean Bundles Bacon Glaze (Printer-Friendly)
Bacon-wrapped green beans glazed with brown sugar for a sweet-savory side that everyone devours.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Bundles
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1 pound fresh French green beans, ends trimmed
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6 slices smoked bacon, cut in half crosswise
→ Glaze
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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3 tablespoons light or dark brown sugar, packed
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 teaspoon Dan-O's Cheesoning or garlic seasoning blend
→ Finishing
07 -
Additional Dan-O's Cheesoning or garlic seasoning, to taste
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and blanch for 5 to 6 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Immediately transfer beans to a large bowl of ice water to stop cooking; drain thoroughly.
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In a small mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, soy sauce, and Dan-O’s Cheesoning until smooth and thickened.
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Cut each bacon slice in half to form 12 pieces. Gather 5 to 7 green beans in a neat bundle. Wrap one half-slice of bacon snugly around center of each bundle, tucking ends underneath to secure. Arrange bundles seam-side down on a foil-lined baking sheet.
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Lightly sprinkle each bundle with extra Dan-O’s Cheesoning or preferred garlic seasoning blend for added flavor.
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Spoon the brown sugar glaze generously over each bacon-wrapped bundle, spreading lightly with the back of the spoon to coat bacon evenly.
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Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Bake bundles for 30 to 35 minutes, until bacon is golden and crisp and glaze is caramelized. Optional: For extra crispiness, broil for 2 to 3 minutes, watching closely.
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Transfer bundles to a serving platter and serve hot for best texture.
# Additional Suggestions:
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Blanching green beans before baking preserves vibrant color and ideal texture.
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Tucking bacon ends under the bundles helps keep the wrap secure during roasting.
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Bundles can be assembled several hours ahead and refrigerated until ready to bake.