Description
These Smothered Green Beans are the ultimate comfort food side dish, combining fresh green beans, tender potatoes, smoky bacon, and flavorful andouille sausage all simmered in a savory broth. Hearty enough to serve as a main or a side, this Southern-inspired dish is perfect for family dinners, holidays, or potlucks. A great option if you’re searching for simple high protein meals, healthy recipes, or quick and easy dinner recipes with ground beef alternatives like sausage and bacon.
Ingredients
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2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed
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1 lb andouille sausage, sliced
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8 oz center cut bacon, sliced
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1 small onion, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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5 cups chicken broth
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6 medium russet potatoes, peeled & cubed (1-inch pieces)
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1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning
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1 tsp Nature’s Seasoning or all-purpose seasoning
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Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Cook the bacon:
In a large pot or Dutch oven, start by adding chopped bacon to a cold pan. Cook until crispy, then remove and set aside. -
Brown the sausage:
In the same pot, cook sliced andouille sausage until browned (about 5 minutes). Remove and set aside with the bacon. -
Sauté onion and garlic:
Reduce heat to low. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened (about 3-4 minutes), then stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. -
Create the broth base:
Stir in 2 tbsp flour and cook for 1 minute to eliminate the raw flour taste. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, stirring well to prevent lumps. Bring to a boil. -
Cook the green beans:
Add green beans to the pot and stir to combine. Add more broth if needed to fully cover them. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender. -
Add potatoes:
Stir in cubed potatoes and cook until fork-tender.
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Combine and season:
Return bacon and sausage to the pot. Season with Cajun seasoning, all-purpose seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir well and serve hot!
Notes
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You can substitute smoked sausage or turkey sausage for a lighter option.
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Adjust the seasoning depending on the spice level you prefer.
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Leftovers keep well and taste even better the next day!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 156
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg