Directions

• Gather all ingredients.
• Cook bacon in a very large skillet over medium heat until crisp, 5 to 8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon or tongs, remove to a paper towel lined plate. Drain bacon grease, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings in the skillet.
• Add onion and garlic to the skillet. Cook over medium heat until onion is tender, stirring often, about 2 minutes.
• Add brown sugar and soy sauce to the skillet. Cook and stir over medium-low until mixture begins to thicken, about 1 minute.
• Add beans to the skillet; cook until beans are tender and sauce is glaze-like, about 5 minutes.
• Serve beans topped with crispy bacon and crushed red pepper, if desired.