Green Beans with Feta and Bacon
Description
This easy green bean recipe combines tender green beans with crumbled bacon, garlic, and feta cheese for a flavorsome holiday side dish your guests will love!
Ingredients
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8 slices bacon - cooked, crumbled and divided
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1 (16 ounce) package frozen cut green beans
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2 tablespoons water
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1 teaspoon minced garlic
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4 ounces crumbled feta cheese, divided
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
1
Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly browned but only slightly crisp. Drain grease, leaving a small amount in the skillet for later use. Crumble bacon, reserving 2 tablespoons for garnish, and set aside.
2
Cook frozen beans with water in a covered, microwavable dish for about 3 minutes until thawed, but not fully cooked. Drain liquid, pat dry, and set aside.
3
Reheat skillet with reserved bacon grease over medium-high heat. Stir in bacon and garlic until garlic is lightly golden. Add green beans and feta cheese; season with onion powder and black pepper. Cook and stir until most of the feta cheese has melted, about 2 minutes.
4
Transfer green bean mixture to a serving dish, and garnish with remaining feta cheese and crumbled bacon. Serve hot.