Step 1

Line a small prep cup with foil then set it aside.

Step 2

Add a couple inches of water to a large, deep pot with a lid then place a steamer basket inside. Arrange the green beans inside the basket then place a lid on top, turn the heat to high, and bring the water to a boil. Once boiling, turn the heat down to low then steam the green beans until they’re crisp tender, 5-7 minutes. Drain the beans then set them aside.

Step 3

Meanwhile, add the bacon to a large skillet then turn the heat to medium. Cook until the bacon is browned then scoop onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain and set aside. Pour out all but 2 Tablespoons bacon grease (eyeball it) from the skillet into the prepped, foil-lined cup then reserve.

Step 4

Add the onions or shallots to the skillet then saute until tender, 4-5 minutes. Add the garlic then saute until very fragrant, 1 minute.

Step 5

Add the steamed green beans into the skillet then turn the heat up to medium-high and saute for 1-2 minutes, or until the beans are completely tender, adding a drizzle of reserved bacon grease if needed or desired. Add the bacon back into the skillet, season with salt and pepper to taste, then toss to combine and serve.