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Italian Green Beans with Pancetta and Braised Garlic

by Lynne Webb on April 3, 2013 (Updated September 2, 2021) // 5 Comments

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Italian Green Beans with Pancetta and Braised Garlic

by Lynne Webb on April 3, 2013 (Updated September 2, 2021) // 5 Comments

Braised garlic and pancetta flavor this easy, make-ahead side dish made with Italian-style flat (or regular) green beans.
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Italian Green Beans with Pancetta and Braised Garlic

Flat, Italian-style green beans taste quite similar to their more familiar counterpart, the string bean, but have a somewhat softer texture. They hold up well to long cook times and this recipe is a perfect example. It combines the sweetness of braised garlic, fruity olive oil and salty pancetta for a full-flavored side dish.

Italian Green Beans with Pancetta and Braised Garlic

Italian Green Beans with Pancetta and Braised Garlic

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Braised garlic and pancetta flavor this easy, make-ahead side dish made with Italian-style flat (or regular) green beans.
Yield: 6 servings
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time : 15 mins
Total Time : 25 mins
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Ingredients 

  • 1-1/2 lbs Italian-style flat green beans, pole beans
  • 8 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 lb pancetta, cut into 1/4-inch dice
  • 1/4 cup onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Peel the garlic and slice the cloves lengthwise into 4 to 6 slivers. Place them in a small covered saucepan and add the olive oil. Cook over low heat for 15 to 20 minutes until tender and sweet. Do not brown.
  • While the garlic braises, fry the pancetta in a large skillet until barely crisp, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add the onion and continue cooking until it is soft and translucent, about 2 minutes longer.
  • Add the beans, water, and red wine vinegar. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the beans are bright green and tender.
  • When the garlic is done, add it to the bean mixture along with the braising oil.
  • Toss to coat the beans thoroughly and season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to a greased casserole, cover and bake for 45 minutes.

Recipe Notes

Feel free to substitute regular green beans for the Italian-style if desired. You can also use thick-cut bacon in place of pancetta ~ just cut back to 2 or 3 strips so the smoke flavor doesn’t overpower the sweet garlic.
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Author: Lynne Webb | 

Course: Vegetables
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Cuisine: American

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  1. marta mohan says

    November 22, 2018 at 10:41 am

    5 stars
    I have made these every Thanksgiving for the past 3 or so years. They are delicious! The best green beans ever!

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  2. marta mohan says

    November 22, 2018 at 10:41 am

    5 stars
    I have made these every Thanksgiving for the past 3 or so years. They are delicious! The best green beans ever!

    Reply
  3. Baltisraul says

    April 13, 2016 at 10:48 am

    I used the Kentucky Wonder (Margaret Holmes brand) Italian style flat beans from the can, so I skipped the baking part. I just heated them till they reached a high simmer. I added more thick cut bacon, 9 piece, than the recipe called for above because I made 54oz of flat beans. The garlic really makes a big difference in this fantastic recipe. Next time I will add more sliced garlic. Who knew Kentucky could grow these delicious Italian beans?

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    • Lynne Webb says

      April 15, 2016 at 7:29 pm

      I’ll have to look for that brand of beans and give them a try. It’s not always easy to find fresh or frozen. Thanks for letting us know!

      Reply
      • Baltisraul says

        April 15, 2016 at 8:49 pm

        Lynne,
        Margaret Holmes Brand is very popular down here in the South. All her canned veggies have her own spice blend included in them. Their Vidalia Onion & Squash variety is very good and makes for a great quick casserole. They are much like Blue Runner brand on the bean side.

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