Easy Skillet Green Beans and Bacon

Ingredients

• 1 pound green beans (trimmed)
• 6 bacon strips
• 1 small yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Add water to a large pot and let it come to a boil. Add the green beans and salt and let it boil for about five minutes or until green in color and crisp-tender. (The water should be just above the beans).

2. 2

   Drain the beans and place them in a large bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Drain again and pat dry.

3. 3

   Cook the bacon in a large pan until crisp, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and chop up to pieces.

4. 4

   Remove the excess bacon grease from the pan, leaving about 2 tablespoons in the pan.

5. 5

   Add the onion and sauté until translucent—about 4 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic and red chili flakes. Stir on medium-high until just fragrant, about 1 more minute.

6. 6

   Turn the heat down to medium, and add the green beans. Season with salt and black pepper, and cook till heated through about 3 to 5 minutes. Add the bacon pieces and stir for two more minutes.

7. 7

   Serve hot and enjoy.