4 slices bacon, diced

2 pounds green beans, ends snapped off and longer beans snapped in half

2 cups chicken broth

2 cups water

1 teaspoon seasoned salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

½ teaspoon garlic powder

¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

1 tablespoon butter, optional

Brown and crisp bacon in a large pot. Remove bacon from pot and reserve.

Add green beans to pot along with all remaining ingredients, except butter.

Bring to a boil and then turn heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Drain beans and add butter if using. Check beans for seasoning and add extra salt and pepper to taste. I like lots of black pepper. Sprinkle with bacon and toss to distribute the bacon and butter.