EASY BEANS & POTATOES WITH BACON

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I love the combination of green beans with bacon, so I created this recipe. When you have company, you can start the side dish in the slow cooker and continue preparing dinner...or visit with your guests! -Barbara Brittain, Santee, California

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 bacon strips, chopped
1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces (about 4 cups)
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 small onion, halved and sliced
1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. Cover and refrigerate bacon until serving., In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the remaining ingredients; stir in reserved drippings. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until potatoes are tender. Stir in bacon; heat through.

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