Green Bean Bacon Bundles 

These Green Bean Bacon Bundles are a delightful side dish that combines the crispness of fresh green beans with the savory flavor of bacon, all enhanced by a sweet and buttery glaze. Wrapped in bacon and baked to perfection, these bundles offer a satisfying contrast of textures and flavors. Whether you're preparing for a holiday feast or a casual family dinner, this dish is sure to impress with its simplicity and taste. It's a perfect way to elevate your vegetable side dishes and add a touch of elegance to your meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound fresh green beans, ends trimmed
  
  

• 8 slices bacon (regular or thick-cut)
  
  

• 2 tablespoons melted butter
  
  

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  
  

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  
  

• 1 tablespoon cheesy seasoning (or a blend of garlic powder, Parmesan, and seasoning salt)
  
  

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  
  

Directions:

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
   
   

2. Blanch Green Beans: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 5–6 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and immediately transfer them to an ice bath to halt the cooking process. Drain again and pat dry.
   
   

3. Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, soy sauce, and cheesy seasoning until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
   
   

4. Assemble Bundles: Group 5–7 green beans together and wrap them tightly with a slice of bacon. Place each bundle seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
   
   

5. Apply Glaze: Brush the prepared glaze generously over each bacon-wrapped bundle, allowing it to drip down the sides.
   
   

6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the bacon is golden and crispy, and the glaze is bubbling.
   
   

7. Serve: Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: Approximately 150
  
  

• Total Fat: 10g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 3g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 15mg
  
  

• Sodium: 300mg
  
  

• Total Carbohydrates: 10g
  
  

• Dietary Fiber: 2g
  
  

• Sugars: 6g
  
  

• Protein: 6g