Green Bean Bundles (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 pound fresh French green beans, trimmed
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4 tablespoons butter, melted
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
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1 teaspoon garlic seasoning blend
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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6 slices bacon, cut in half
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 400°F. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add trimmed green beans and cook for 5-6 minutes until crisp-tender. Immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking and preserve the bright green color. Drain well.
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In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, garlic seasoning, and soy sauce until it forms a thick, paste-like consistency. Set aside.
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Gather 5-7 green beans into small bundles. Wrap each bundle with a half slice of bacon, securing the beans together. The bacon should wrap around snugly but not too tight.
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Place the bacon-wrapped bundles on a rimmed baking sheet or in an oven-safe skillet. Sprinkle each bundle with a little extra garlic seasoning for added flavor.
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Brush or spoon the brown sugar glaze over each bundle, making sure to coat them well. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the bacon is crispy and golden brown.
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Let the bundles rest for 2-3 minutes before serving. The glaze will thicken slightly as it cools. Serve hot as an elegant side dish.
# Notes:
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Blanching the green beans first ensures they cook evenly and stay tender-crisp
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Ice water stops the cooking process and keeps the beans bright green
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Any garlic seasoning blend works if you don't have the specific brand
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Use thin bacon slices for the best wrapping and crispiness
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These make an elegant side dish for holidays or special dinners