Bacon Braised Green Beans

Bacon Braised Green Beans 1 tablespoon olive oil 6 slices bacon, diced 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, sliced 2 pounds green beans, rinsed, ends trimmed 1 cup chicken stock 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Set a heavy skillet over medium heat; add olive oil. Once oil is hot, add bacon; cook, stirring occasionally, until it is well browned. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent. Add green beans; toss to combine with bacon and onion. Increase heat to medium-high; add chicken stock. As soon as stock begins to boil, place lid on pan; cook beans for 6 minutes. Season beans with the salt and pepper; toss well. Continue cooking 2 minutes longer or until beans are tender.