{"id":73514,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-09T00:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/easy-beans-potatoes-with-bacon\/"},"modified":"2024-08-13T12:32:50","modified_gmt":"2024-08-13T17:32:50","slug":"easy-beans-potatoes-with-bacon","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/easy-beans-potatoes-with-bacon\/","title":{"rendered":"Green Beans and Potatoes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Essentially a warm veggie salad, the classic pairing of green beans and potatoes comes alive with the addition of bacon, onions and chicken broth. Simple and flavorful, this recipe is versatile enough for serving alongside an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/vintage-sandwich-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/vintage-sandwich-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">old-fashioned sandwich<\/a>, or as a side to a juicy, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/super-steak-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/super-steak-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">savory steak<\/a>. Aside from cooking the bacon and chopping up a few veggies, this dish is made entirely in a slow cooker with a hands-off approach. Make it ahead (it&#8217;s equally delish when served chilled!) or serve it hot\u2014either way, you won&#8217;t be disappointed.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Green Beans and Potatoes<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2026779\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Green-Beans-and-Potatoes_TOHD24_147338_KaylaWidmer_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Ingredients for Taste Recipes green beans and potatoes on cutting board on a marble surface. \" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kayla Blydenburgh for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bacon:<\/strong> For a sweet-savory option, choose maple and applewood smoked bacon. For a vegetarian option, simply leave out the bacon.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Green beans:<\/strong> This recipe calls for fresh green beans, but frozen will do in a pinch.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Potatoes:<\/strong> The best <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/what-types-of-potatoes-are-best-for-which-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/what-types-of-potatoes-are-best-for-which-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">type of potatoes<\/a> to use here are golden potatoes, such as Yukon Golds or German Butterballs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Onion:\u00a0<\/strong>A small yellow onion is best for this green beans and potatoes recipe.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chicken broth: <\/strong>Store-bought reduced-sodium chicken broth is the easiest way to go here, but if you have the time to make <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/homemade-chicken-broth\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/homemade-chicken-broth\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">homemade chicken broth<\/a>, it&#8217;s worth the extra step (or just keep some on hand\u2014it freezes exceptionally well).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Spices:\u00a0<\/strong>Just salt and pepper are used in this recipe for a classic, versatile flavor profile.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Cook the bacon<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2026784\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Green-Beans-and-Potatoes_TOHD24_147338_KaylaWidmer_6.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Finished bacon for Taste of home green beans and potatoes in a portable induction cooktop on a marble surface.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kayla Blydenburgh for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp, flipping it occasionally. Remove the bacon to paper towels with a slotted spoon. Drain the skillet, reserving 1 tablespoon of drippings. Cover and refrigerate the bacon until serving.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Cook the vegetables and broth<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2026786\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Green-Beans-and-Potatoes_TOHD24_147338_KaylaWidmer_8.1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Uncooked green beans, potatoes, onions, salt and pepper in a slow cooker for Taste of home green beans and potatoes on a marble surface.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kayla Blydenburgh for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In a 5-quart slow cooker, combine the green beans, potatoes, onion, chicken broth, salt and pepper, then stir in the reserved bacon drippings. Cover and cook on low until the potatoes are tender, six to eight hours. Stir in the bacon, and heat through.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2026790\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Green-Beans-and-Potatoes_TOHD24_147338_KaylaWidmer_12.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Horizontal beauty shot for Taste of home green beans and potatoes in small bowl with fork on a marble surface.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kayla Blydenburgh for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Green Beans and Potatoes Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Add herbs or spices:<\/strong> Adding dried or fresh herbs or spices to this dish can take it in an entirely different direction. Dried or fresh parsley, rosemary, thyme or oregano are all fine options, as are paprika, cumin or even curry.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add roasted garlic:<\/strong> First <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/roasting-garlic\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/roasting-garlic\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">roast a head of garlic<\/a>, and once it&#8217;s done, drop the softened cloves into a small bowl. Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with salt, then mash until creamy. Add this to the slow cooker with the other ingredients.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Green Beans and Potatoes<\/h2>\n<p>You can keep the green beans and potatoes directly in the slow cooker that you cooked them in. Simply cover it and place the entire pot in the fridge. Otherwise, an airtight container in the fridge will work fine as well.<\/p>\n<h3>How long do green beans and potatoes last?<\/h3>\n<p>In a lidded pot or airtight storage container, green beans and potatoes will last in the fridge for three to four days.<\/p>\n<h2>Green Beans and Potatoes Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2026789\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Green-Beans-and-Potatoes_TOHD24_147338_KaylaWidmer_11.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Horizontal beauty shot for Taste of home green beans and potatoes in small bowl with fork holding food on a marble surface.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kayla Blydenburgh for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Can this recipe be modified to fit a vegetarian or vegan diet?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, this green bean and potato recipe can absolutely be modified to be made without meat. You can simply omit the bacon, and swap out the chicken broth for veggie broth. Or if you&#8217;d like, swap out the bacon for a meatless bacon version.<\/p>\n<h3>How do I keep potatoes and green beans from becoming too mushy?<\/h3>\n<p>This warm salad is meant to be soft, but if it becomes mushy, it&#8217;s a bust. The key is to not overcook the potatoes. Once the potatoes are just tender, they&#8217;re done. If they fall apart, you&#8217;ve cooked them too much. You should be able to put a fork in them and have it feel soft, but not have the potatoes flake under your fork. As for the green beans, fresh green beans really are best in this recipe. Frozen will do in a pinch, but be aware that they&#8217;ll become softer than fresh green beans.<\/p>\n<h3>Should I serve this salad warm or cold?<\/h3>\n<p>This is meant to be a warm salad, but it&#8217;s delicious when chilled too. The best way to eat it chilled is as leftovers\u2014serve it cold the next day with a sandwich.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Warm, tender and nourishing, this green beans and potatoes side dish is a welcome addition to a wide variety of main dishes (it&#8217;s incredible with a juicy steak!). 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Ate it growing up, eating it growing old.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-05-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeSubmarine"},"reviewBody":"I was born in the early nineteen fifties. As a Southern girl growing up greenbeans with bacon and potatoes were a regular part of our menu. Nothing new but I appreciate your take onit .","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-06-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveGrapes"},"reviewBody":"No!! After 5 hours the beans were turning brown and they & potatoes were not done. Glad I only did 1\/2 the recipe. At the same time made 1\/2 recipe  Potato Green Bean Medley  from here and that was very good. So go with that recipe!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-06-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveAnchor"},"reviewBody":"I cooked on the stove top due to time constraints but it still turned out great!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-08-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OlivePretzel"},"reviewBody":"Very good........I would fix this for company.  Easy!  I have two crocks, fixed this with the crock pot creamed corn, and oven fried chicken, all TOH recipes.  Sorry, I don't have the exact names of the recipes, but the dinner was fantabulous!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-01-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OlivePlanet"},"reviewBody":"I make this on the stove. Only difference is I brown the onions in  the tablespoon of bacon drippings. Yummy!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-06-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedMagnet"},"reviewBody":"I do the same thing, only cook on stove top and add more broth, then thicken with a little corn starch.  Complete meal.   Yum!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-06-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldDucky"},"reviewBody":"My family did this in pressure cooker.   I am going to  try it this way too.  I know it will be delcious.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-02-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanPlanet"},"reviewBody":"I am not sure if the bag of fresh cleaned green  beans that I bought at our local supermarket was bad because they werent even edible in this dish so it changed the flavor of this recipe. It would be unfair to give this 1 star if that was the problem so taking in the consideration that all other review's  here are good I will give it 4 stars.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-09-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveBlowdryer"},"reviewBody":"Easy and delicious side dish!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-02-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeApple"},"reviewBody":"Very delicious!  Preparation I found took longer than 15 minutes by the time I fried the bacon, peeled and chopped potatoes, snapped beans and sliced onions--more like 30 minutes!  But the result was very good.  I sent it to a potluck with my husband, reserving some for me.  I know they will like it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-01-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeCocktail"},"reviewBody":"This is a variation of how my mother and grandmother made fresh green beans and new potatoes. They would cook this dish slowly on top the stove, using ham hocks instead of bacon. Since I work outside the home, I adapted it to the crockpot and always make at least once during garden season for fresh beans. Accompanied by sliced fresh tomatoes, it is the perfect economical meal.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-02-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleCocktail"},"reviewBody":"A NUMBER ONE !!!!   MY GRANDMOTHER'S RECIPE FROM WAY BACK  IN THE DAY !!!!    MJH","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"147338","romance_copy_dek":"Warm, tender and nourishing, this green beans and potatoes side dish is a welcome addition to a wide variety of main dishes (it's incredible with a juicy steak!). 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