Green Beans with Bacon

Directions

1. 1
   Start by washing the green beans and pull the end and stems off of them. Pat them dry with paper towels.
2. 2
   Steam your green beans by boiling a small amount of water in a pot or using a double boiler. Cook until just tender and bright green and then quickly rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.
3. 3
   In a large cast iron or non-stick skillet heat 2 Tablepsoons olive oil over medium heat.
4. 4
   Add the garlic and saute for 1-2 minutes.
5. 5
   Add the bacon into the skillet and cook until crispy.
6. 6
   Remove the bacon and place on two paper towels to remove the grease. Chop the bacon and add it back to the skillet.
7. 7
   Add the green beans and the butter to the skillet.
8. 8
   Heat everything for an additional 1-2 minutes to melt the butter.
9. 9
   Sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve warm.