How to Cook Green Beans Southern Style

You haven't had green beans until you've had them seasoned Southern-style. Green beans are a popular vegetable in the South and they are most commonly served slow-seasoned with pork and onion. Cook them this way, and everyone will be coming back for more.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 1 lb. bag of frozen cut green beans with ends trimmed
• 4 tbs. of butter
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 4 slices of bacon
• 1 tablespoon or 1 cube of ham bullion
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Water
• Large cook pot with lid

1. Put 3 cups of water, bacon, bullion, salt, pepper and onion in the pot and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil for about five minutes.

2. Stir the green beans into the mixture and bring the green beans back to a boil. Cover the pot, turn the heat down to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour and 30 minutes. If the water begins to evaporate, add a little bit more.

3. Add the butter, cubed potatoes and more salt and pepper to the pot. Cover, and continue to simmer on low for another hour, stirring occasionally. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Tips & Warnings

• Remember to stir the green bean occasionally to prevent scorching.
• The green beans should always have a little liquid in them. Not enough liquid to cover them, but just enough for them to cook in without burning. Add more water if the level gets too low.