5 cans (14.5 ounces each) whole green beans, drained
12 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
2/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
7 teaspoons soy sauce
1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
Instructions
Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. While the oven is warming up, drain all five cans of green beans thoroughly to ensure the sauce does not become too watery during the baking process. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with a small amount of butter or non-stick spray.
Spread the drained green beans evenly into the prepared baking dish. If you are using fresh beans that have been blanched, make sure they are patted dry before adding them to the pan. Sprinkle the cooked and crumbled turkey bacon over the top of the beans, ensuring an even distribution so every bite has that smoky flavor.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, light brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic powder. Stir the mixture until the sugar has mostly dissolved and the ingredients are well combined. This sauce will thicken as it bakes, creating a beautiful glaze over the vegetables.
Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the green beans and turkey bacon. You can use a spoon to gently toss the beans if you want them fully coated, though many people prefer to let the sauce seep down through the layers naturally. This ensures the bottom layers are flavorful while the top stays slightly caramelized.
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes. You will know it is ready when the sauce is bubbly and the beans have absorbed those delicious holiday flavors. Let the dish sit for about five minutes before serving to allow the glaze to thicken slightly.
