HOW TO MAKE IT :
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Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
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Cook bacon on the stovetop until slightly cooked (You don’t want it crispy). Reserve any drippings.
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Trim and wash green beans. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add baking soda. Add green beans and cook 3 minutes until tender crisp. Remove from boiling water and place in a bowl of ice water to stop cooking.
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Dab beans dry and toss with reserved bacon drippings (about 2 teaspoons), garlic powder and salt & pepper to taste.
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Cut each slice of bacon in half and wrap around about 6-8 green beans, secure with a toothpick and place on a parchment lined pan.
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Combine brown sugar with 1 tablespoon of water and lightly brush over each bundle.
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Roast 20-22 minutes or until bacon is crisp and beans are lightly roasted.
NUTRITION INFORMATION :
Calories: 67, Carbohydrates: 5g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 4g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 7mg, Sodium: 122mg, Potassium: 141mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 390IU, Vitamin C: 6.9mg, Calcium: 21mg, Iron: 0.6mg