Bestest Green Beans

1/2 pound green beans, fresh or frozen
1 tablespoons bacon grease (can substitute 2 tablespoons butter)
1 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup chicken broth, plus more if needed
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 t kosher salt 
Ground black pepper


Directions

1. Snap the stem ends of the green beans, or cut them off in a big bunch with a knife if you'd prefer
2. Melt the bacon grease in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and onions and cook for a minute. Then add the green beans and cook until the beans turn bright green, about a minute. Add the chicken broth, chopped red pepper, salt and pepper to taste. Turn the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid, leaving the lid cracked to allow steam to escape. Cook until the liquid evaporates and the beans are fairly soft, yet still a bit crisp, 20 to 30 minutes. You can add more chicken broth during the cooking process, but don't be afraid to let it all cook away so the onions and peppers can start to caramelize.