Country Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes with Bacon

Here’s a cozy, crowd-pleasing way to make Country Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes with Bacon.

🥓 Country Ranch Green Beans & Potatoes

Ingredients

• 1½ lbs baby potatoes (red or gold), halved or quartered
• 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
• 6–8 slices bacon, chopped
• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 packet ranch seasoning (or ~2 Tbsp homemade ranch mix)
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Salt, to taste
• Optional: 2 Tbsp butter or olive oil
• Optional garnish: fresh parsley or chives

Instructions

1. Cook the potatoes
   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until just fork-tender, about 10–12 minutes.
   Add green beans during the last 3–4 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. Cook the bacon
   In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy.
   Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pan.
3. Build the flavor
   Add garlic to the bacon drippings and sauté for ~30 seconds (don’t burn it).
   If the pan feels dry, add butter or olive oil.
4. Combine everything
   Add potatoes and green beans to the skillet. Toss to coat.
   Sprinkle ranch seasoning and black pepper over everything. Stir gently.
5. Finish it off
   Add cooked bacon back in. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
   Cook another 3–5 minutes so everything gets cozy and slightly golden.
6. Serve hot
   Garnish if you’re feeling fancy—or don’t, it’s country food 😉

🔥 Optional Upgrades

• Cheesy version: Sprinkle with shredded cheddar or parmesan at the end
• Spicy kick: Add red pepper flakes or a dash of Cajun seasoning
• Creamy: Stir in a spoonful of sour cream or a splash of heavy cream
• Oven method: Toss everything together and roast at 400°F for ~25 minutes