Eat Smothered Green Beans

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
• 6 slices of bacon, chopped
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt to taste (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Green Beans:
   • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
   • Add the green beans and cook for about 5 minutes or until they are tender but still crisp.
   • Drain the beans and immediately plunge them into ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
2. Cook the Bacon:
   • In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until it is crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set it aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
3. Sauté the Onions and Garlic:
   • In the same skillet with the bacon grease, add the diced onion and sauté until it becomes soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
   • Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Make the Sauce:
   • Add the butter to the skillet and let it melt.
   • Stir in the soy sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
   • Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until it slightly thickens.
5. Combine Everything:
   • Add the green beans to the skillet, tossing them in the sauce until they are well coated.
   • Stir in the cooked bacon and continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
6. Serve:
   • Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding salt if needed.
   • Transfer the smothered green beans to a serving dish and enjoy!