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Instant Pot Green Beans with Bacon and Gorgonzola Recipe

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4.2 from 33 reviews

  • Author: Mary & Susan
  • Total Time: 31 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

A quick and flavorful Instant Pot recipe featuring fresh green beans cooked with crispy bacon and tangy Gorgonzola cheese, perfect for an easy side dish ready in just over half an hour.

Ingredients

Bacon and Aromatics

  • 6 slices thick cut bacon
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

Vegetables and Liquids

  • 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth

Seasoning and Garnish

  • Salt and fresh-ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/3 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Bacon: Cut the thick-cut bacon slices into cross-wise strips. Breaking them apart slightly by hand is optional, but helps them cook evenly.
  2. Cook the Bacon: Turn the Instant Pot to SAUTE on HIGH HEAT and cook the bacon strips until they are quite crisp, about 5-10 minutes. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels.
  3. Sauté the Onion: Remove all but 2 tablespoons of bacon fat from the Instant Pot. Add chopped onion and cook on SAUTE HIGH until onions begin to brown.
  4. Add Green Beans and Broth: Add the trimmed and cut green beans into the Instant Pot along with 3/4 cup chicken broth.
  5. Pressure Cook: Lock the lid and ensure the valve is closed. Set the Instant Pot to MANUAL, HIGH pressure for 1 minute.
  6. Prepare Cheese and Release Pressure: While the beans cook, crumble the Gorgonzola cheese. When cooking finishes, perform a quick release carefully to avoid steam burns.
  7. Season and Serve: Remove the lid, season the green beans with salt and fresh ground black pepper. Use a slotted spoon to transfer beans to a serving platter. Sprinkle with the crispy bacon pieces and crumbled Gorgonzola cheese. Serve hot.
  8. Storage and Reheating: Leftovers reheat well and can be enjoyed the next day, though the dish is best freshly made.

Notes

  • Using fresh green beans rather than frozen provides the best texture and flavor.
  • Adjust salt seasoning carefully as bacon and chicken broth add some saltiness.
  • For extra flavor, slightly overcook the bacon until nicely browned but not burnt.
  • Quick release pressure carefully to avoid burns from escaping steam.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://mysimpledish.com/instant-pot-green-beans-with-bacon-and-gorgonzola-recipe/