Key Ingredients:
Thick-Cut Hickory-Smoked Bacon: Bacon makes the dish richer and deeper. Hickory-smoked bacon is best for its deep, smoky flavor, but if you prefer, you can substitute smoked sausage.
Yellow Onion: The onion provides sweetness and depth for the broth. Slice it into thin wedges so it gets tender quickly.
Beef Broth: A low-sodium beef broth lends an intense flavor without it being too intense. Or you can use broth made with chicken or vegetable.
Fresh Green Beans: For best texture and flavor, you want fresh green beans. To cook faster and more evenly, search for bright green beans and avoid any with blemishes, and trim them to 2-inch-long pieces.
Red Potatoes: These hold their shape better than any other potato, which is great for this dish. Quartering them ensures that they cook evenly and absorb the flavors from the broth.
