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A pink enamel pot filled with simmered Southern green beans, tender potatoes, onions, and smoky bacon, steaming hot on a rustic wooden table.

Old Fashioned Southern Green Beans

These Old Fashioned Southern Green Beans are slow-simmered with smoky bacon, tender potatoes, and onions for a hearty, flavorful side dish. Seasoned with Creole spices and black pepper, this classic Southern recipe is budget-friendly, easy to prepare, and perfect for Sunday dinners, holidays, or potlucks. The longer it cooks, the richer the flavor—true Southern comfort in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Southern Cooking
Calories 248 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Stock Pot or Dutch Oven
  • wooden spoon for stirring
  • sharp knife and cutting board
  • measuring spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cans green beans drained
  • 4 large onions chopped
  • 2 medium potatoes diced
  • ½ pound bacon cut into small pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Tony’s Creole seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • Water to cover

Instructions
 

  • Open and drain the green beans. Chop the onions, dice the potatoes, and cut the bacon into bite-sized pieces.
  • Place beans, onions, potatoes, bacon, Tony’s, and black pepper into a large pot. Cover with water.
  • Cook on high heat until the pot reaches a rolling boil. Boil for several minutes, or until the potatoes are almost tender.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until the liquid reduces by half. For richer flavor, cook 2–3 hours, adding water as needed.
  • Spoon into bowls and serve warm with cornbread or biscuits.

Notes

Nutritional values provided are estimates only and are calculated based on general nutritional data for the listed ingredients. Actual values may vary depending on the specific brands, measurements, and preparation methods used. For precise dietary information, please consult a registered dietitian or use a verified nutrition calculator with the exact ingredients you use.

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5cupsCalories: 248kcalCarbohydrates: 21.5gProtein: 6.71gFat: 10.5gSaturated Fat: 3.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.57gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.73gTrans Fat: 0.53gCholesterol: 31.5mgSodium: 1092mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4.75gSugar: 5.25gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 16.75mgCalcium: 67.5mgIron: 1.28mg
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