Description
Country Ranch Potatoes with Green Beans is a flavorful American side dish featuring tender baby Yukon gold potatoes and crisp green beans tossed in a buttery ranch seasoning mixture with crispy thick-cut bacon. This rustic recipe delivers a comforting blend of textures and savory flavors, perfect to accompany any main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 lb. fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 ½ lbs. baby Yukon gold potatoes, cut in half
Meat
- 12 oz thick cut bacon
Seasonings and Fats
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 ½ tbsp ranch seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Boil Green Beans: Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add the trimmed green beans and cook for about 5 minutes until bright green and tender. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the beans to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking and preserve color.
- Cook Potatoes: In the same boiling water, add the halved baby Yukon gold potatoes and cook until fork tender, approximately 10 minutes. Drain the potatoes carefully once done.
- Cook Bacon: Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the thick-cut bacon pieces and cook until browned and crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and transfer onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat. Keep the bacon drippings in the pan.
- Brown Potatoes: Add the drained potatoes to the skillet with the bacon drippings. Stir frequently and cook until the potatoes are browned on all sides.
- Combine Ingredients: Reduce heat to medium. Add butter, green beans, ranch seasoning, and garlic powder to the skillet. Stir well to evenly coat the potatoes and beans with the seasoning and butter.
- Finish the Dish: Return the cooked bacon to the skillet and mix thoroughly. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm and enjoy your Country Ranch Potatoes with Green Beans.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit bacon and substitute with smoked paprika to add smoky flavor.
- Use fresh baby potatoes for tender texture and quicker cooking.
- Make sure to ice bath the green beans immediately to keep their vibrant color and crispness.
- Use thick-cut bacon for a heartier bite and better crispiness.
- Adjust ranch seasoning amount based on your taste preference and saltiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
