Side dishe for 8
Slow Cooker Green Beans
Green beans simmer slowly with bacon, onion, garlic, broth, and spices until tender and savory.
Typical price
$4.64for 4 servings
$1.16 per serving$4.64 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.

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- 255 minstart to table
- Involveddifficulty
- 8servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanLow-carbBudgetSide dishesSlow cooker
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Bacon$6.49 each typical | 0.25 | $1.95Typical price |
| Onions$1.29/lb typical | 0.4 lb | $0.52Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | 0.25 | $0.22Typical price |
| Broth or stock$0.07/oz typical | 25 oz | $1.74Typical price |
| Green beans$2.49/lb typical | 1.75 lb | $4.36Typical price |
| Butter$0.40/oz typical | 1 oz | $0.40Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $9.29 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Salt and pepperDried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Dried herbs, spices and seasoning blends
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 6 slices regular bacon
- 1 onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 3/4 lb fresh green beans
- 2 tbsp butter
Steps
- Cut the bacon and onion into small pieces, and mince the garlic.
- Add the bacon, onion, garlic, broth, salt, pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes to a 6-quart slow cooker.
- Trim the green beans and stir them into the cooker.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours, until the beans are tender.
- Stir in the butter and cook uncovered for 15 minutes before serving.
Swaps
- Green beans for Broccoliabout $0.50/lb less at typical prices
- Onions for Red onionsabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
- Butter for Margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
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