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Bacon Butter Beans And Tomatoes Recipe

Indulge in this vibrant Southern-inspired dish! Fresh butter beans and juicy, vine-ripened tomatoes simmered with crispy bacon create a symphony of summer flavors. This recipe is incredibly easy to make and perfect for a light yet satisfying meal. Serve alongside your favorite garden vegetables and warm cornbread for a complete and unforgettable summer supper.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 187.1 kcal
Protein 23g
Rating 4.7 (6 Reviews)
Bacon Butter Beans And Tomatoes 103

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bacon Butter Beans And Tomatoes

  • 1 pound bacon
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 green bell pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 pounds fresh tomatoes
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans butter beans
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • Hot Sauce

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How to Make Bacon Butter Beans And Tomatoes

  1. Cook 1 pound of bacon in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, reserving 2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the pot. Crumble bacon and set aside.
  2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, to the Dutch oven. Saute for 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Add 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 green bell pepper (chopped), and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the pot. Continue to saute for another 5 minutes, until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. Stir in 2 pounds of fresh tomatoes, chopped, and cook for 3 minutes.
  5. Add 4 cups of chicken broth and 2 (15-ounce) cans of butter beans (drained and rinsed).
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Remove the lid and continue to simmer for 20 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
  9. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1 bay leaf, and the crumbled bacon.
  10. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring often, to allow flavors to meld.
  11. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

56 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

5g

Carbs

9g

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