5 cans (14.5 ounces each) whole green beans, thoroughly drained
12 slices turkey bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or a light coating of cooking oil to ensure nothing sticks to the sides during the caramelization process.
Drain the cans of green beans very well to prevent the sauce from becoming watery. Spread the green beans evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the crumbled turkey bacon over the top of the beans, ensuring an even distribution so every bite has a bit of crunch.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir until the sugar has mostly dissolved into the butter and soy sauce mixture, creating a smooth and glossy liquid.
Pour the glaze evenly over the green beans and turkey bacon in the dish. Do not stir them yet, as the sauce will naturally seep down as it bakes. Place the dish in the oven and bake for 40 minutes. Halfway through the cooking time, you can gently toss the beans if you prefer them fully submerged in the glaze.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. This short rest allows the sauce to thicken slightly and adhere better to the vegetables, making for a much better presentation on your Christmas table.
