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Bacon-Wrapped Green Bean Bundles

Bacon-Wrapped Green Bean Bundles: Sweet & Savory Delight

Delightful Bacon-Wrapped Green Bean Bundles with a sweet glaze that are perfect for meals or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 4 bundles
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bundles
  • 12 slices Bacon Use regular cut bacon for optimal wrapping.
  • 1 pound Green Beans Fresh or thawed frozen green beans work best.
For the Blanching
  • 1 pinch Baking Soda Helps keep the green beans vibrant during boiling.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can substitute with fresh minced garlic.
  • to taste Salt Essential for enhancing overall taste.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for enhancing overall taste.
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Infuses sweetness and helps caramelize; maple syrup can substitute.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • large pot
  • Baking Pan
  • Parchment Paper
  • small bowl
  • Pastry Brush

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon strips for 3-4 minutes until slightly cooked, then remove and reserve drippings.
  3. Blanch the green beans in boiling water with baking soda for 3 minutes, then transfer to ice water to cool.
  4. Drain the green beans, pat dry, and mix with reserved bacon drippings, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Cut each bacon slice in half and wrap around 6-8 green beans, securing with a toothpick on the baking pan.
  6. Mix brown sugar with a tablespoon of water and brush the glaze on each bundle.
  7. Roast the bundles in the oven for 20-22 minutes until crispy and golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bundleCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bundles can be prepared in advance, stored in the fridge, and cooked just before serving.

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