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Creole Green Beans
Fresh green beans are slow-simmered with tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, and a touch of smoky bacon for an authentic Louisiana side dish. The "holy trinity" of vegetables provides a savory foundation that is enhanced by a bold blend of Creole spices. This flavorful preparation transforms a simple vegetable into a soul-warming highlight of any Southern-style meal.
Fresh green beans are slow-simmered with tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, and a touch of smoky bacon for an authentic Louisiana side dish. The "holy trinity" of vegetables provides a savory foundation that is enhanced by a bold blend of Creole spices. This flavorful preparation transforms a simple vegetable into a soul-warming highlight of any Southern-style meal.
Ingredients
- 1/4 tsp Butter, unsalted
- 1/4 cup Green Bean
- 1 oz Bacon, chopped
- 20 oz Onion, chopped
- 4.1 tbsp Green Bell Pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, chopped
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1 tsp Creole Seasoning
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper, ground
- 1/4 tsp Salt
Instructions
- Melt butter over medium heat in a large skillet. Stir in green beans, bacon, onion, green pepper, and garlic; cook and stir until onions are translucent, about 2 minutes. Stir in cayenne pepper, Creole seasoning, and black pepper. Cover; reduce heat to low. Simmer until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Season to taste with salt.
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