Green Beans with Cranberries, Bacon and Goat Cheese
These green beans with cranberries, bacon and goat cheese are a healthy addition to your Thanksgiving table that doesn't skimp on flavor.
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds green beans washed and trimmed
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 4 ounces goat cheese crumbled
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pan and set aside but leave the grease in the pan.
- Add the green beans to the pan with the bacon grease. (*see note) Sauté for 3-5 minutes, tossing occasionally until the green beans start to "char". At this point, cover the skillet with a lid and let steam for another 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the lid, add the cranberries and sauté for another 2 minutes until the cranberries are warmed through and starting to burst. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Plate the green beans with the cranberries, crumble the goat cheese and bacon on top and serve warm.
Notes
*You can do this step in two batches if your skillet isn't large enough. Just reserve some bacon grease for the second batch before adding the green beans.
**This dish can be made ahead of time and just warmed up in the oven for a few minutes before serving. If making ahead, leave the goat cheese off until serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1SERVING | Calories: 99kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 199mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g