Description
Elegant enough for the holidays, easy enough for a weeknight — these maple pecan green bean bundles strike the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and crisp. Smoky bacon wraps tender green beans, all glazed with rich maple syrup and topped with buttery crushed pecans for a show-stopping side that’s anything but ordinary.
Ingredients
2 lbs green beans, trimmed
10 slices of bacon, halved
⅓ cup pure maple syrup
1 tbsp Dijon mustard (optional twist: adds depth)
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp garlic powder
½ cup crushed pecans (toasted if desired)
Pinch of cayenne or smoked paprika (optional for heat)
Toothpicks for securing
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment.
Blanch green beans in boiling water for 3 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water.
Bundle 6–8 green beans together and wrap with half a slice of bacon. Secure with a toothpick.
In a small bowl, mix maple syrup, Dijon mustard, pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne or paprika if using.
Place bundles seam-side down on the baking sheet. Brush each generously with the maple glaze.
Roast for 25–30 minutes until bacon is crisp and caramelized.
Sprinkle crushed pecans over the bundles in the last 5 minutes of baking to toast slightly.
Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle with any remaining glaze if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 160 / Serving
- Fat: 10g / Serving
- Carbohydrates: 10g / Serving
- Protein: 6g / Serving