Ranch Potatoes with Green Beans Recipe

Ingredients

Vegetables

• 1 lb. fresh green beans, trimmed
• 1 ½ lbs. baby Yukon gold potatoes, cut in half

Meat

• 12 oz thick-cut bacon

Seasonings & Fats

• 4 tbsp butter
• 2 ½ tbsp ranch seasoning
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Bring a medium pot of water to a boil, add the green beans, and cook until they turn bright green and are tender, about 5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and immediately place into a bowl of ice water to stop cooking.
2. Add the potatoes to the boiling water once the green beans are removed. Cook until the potatoes are fork tender, about 10 minutes. Drain carefully.
3. While potatoes cook, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the bacon pieces until browned and crispy. Remove bacon using a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
4. In the same skillet with bacon drippings, add the drained potatoes. Stir frequently and brown the potatoes evenly on all sides.
5. Reduce heat to medium and add butter, blanched green beans, ranch seasoning, and garlic powder to the skillet. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
6. Return the cooked bacon to the pan, mix everything together, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

• For crisper potatoes, let them brown longer before stirring.
• Use fresh ranch seasoning or make your own to control sodium levels.
• Blanch green beans just until tender for best texture.
• Substitute turkey bacon for a leaner option.
• Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.