Step 1

Pour both cans of green beans on a colander set over the sink.

Step 2

In a 12-inch skillet, cook the diced bacon until crispy. Transfer bacon to a paper towel=lined plate. Leave drippings in skillet.

Step 3

Add onion (1/2 cup) and sauté until soft and beginning to brown. Add garlic and heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

Step 4

Return bacon to skillet. Add drained beans, chicken broth (1/2 cup), brown sugar (1 tablespoon), salt (1/4 teaspoon), black pepper (1/2 teaspoon), and apple cider vinegar (1 teaspoon). Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring mixture to a boil and then reduce heat to low, and simmer. Add butter (2 tablespoons) and continue to simmer for about 10 minutes, or until most of the liquid is reduced. Serve.