Green Beans with Bacon and Pecans

The flavorful crunch of bacon, the nutty richness of toasted pecans, and the freshness of green beans come together in this delicious side dish called Green Beans with Bacon and Pecans. Its all brought together by the sweet and tangy addition of the maple-Dijon dressing.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
• 4 slices bacon, diced
• 1/2 cup pecan halves
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C

Place the pecan halves on a baking sheet and toast them in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes, or until they become fragrant

Set them aside to cool

In a large pot, bring water to a boil

Add a pinch of salt and the trimmed green beans

Cook the beans for 3-4 minutes until they are tender but still crisp

Drain and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process

Drain again and set aside

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until it becomes crispy

Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease

In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and olive oil to make the dressing

Season with salt and pepper to taste

In a large serving bowl, combine the blanched green beans, crispy bacon, and toasted pecans

Drizzle the maple-Dijon dressing over the mixture and toss everything together to coat evenly

Serve the green beans with bacon and pecans immediately as a delicious side dish