Butterbeans and Bacon

Butterbeans and Bacon
Butterbeans and Bacon might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe covers 5% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe makes 6 servings with 101 calories, 4g of protein, and 8g of fat each. 1 person found this recipe to be flavorful and satisfying. Head to the store and pick up bay leaf, bacon, salt, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 1 hour and 50 minutes. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, dairy free, and whole 30 diet.

Instructions

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Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat, stirring often, 8 minutes or until crisp.
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Remove bacon, and drain on paper towels, reserving drippings in skillet.
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Add onion, garlic, and bay leaf; cook, stirring often, 3 minutes or until onion is tender.
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Add bell pepper; cook, stirring often, 3 minutes.
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Add tomatoes, if desired, and cook, stirring often, 3 minutes.
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Add chicken broth and butterbeans; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 30 minutes.
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Uncover and simmer 30 minutes, stirring often. Stir in salt and next 3 ingredients. Cook, stirring often, 5 minutes.
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Remove and discard bay leaf.
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Sprinkle with cooked bacon.
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DifficultyExpert
Ready In1 h, 50 m.
Servings6
Health Score1
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