A delightful twist on a classic side dish, combining fresh green beans with crispy bacon and a rich garlic butter sauce.
Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the green beans until they are tender yet crisp.
Blanching helps to preserve the vibrant green color of the beans.
Immediately transfer the blanched beans to a bowl of ice water to halt the cooking process.
Cooling the beans in ice water ensures they remain crisp.
Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, then remove and chop into small pieces.
Save the bacon grease for added flavor in the next steps.
Mince the garlic and sauté it in the skillet with butter until fragrant.
Be careful not to burn the garlic as it can turn bitter.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss them in the garlic butter until heated through.
Ensure the beans are evenly coated with the garlic butter for maximum flavor.
Mix in the chopped bacon and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Taste the dish before adding salt as the bacon may already provide enough saltiness.
Serve the dish warm as a side to your favorite main course.
Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh herbs like parsley for added color and flavor.
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