1. Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

2. Blanch the Green Beans

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add the green beans and cook for 3–4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.

Drain immediately and rinse under cold water (or place in ice water) to stop the cooking.
Pat completely dry with a kitchen towel. This step helps the bacon crisp properly.

3. Make the Glaze

In a small bowl, mix together:

• Melted butter

• Brown sugar

• Garlic powder

• Black pepper

Stir until smooth and well combined.

4. Assemble the Bundles

Divide the green beans into 12 small bundles (about 6–8 beans per bundle).

Wrap one slice of bacon around the center of each bundle and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.

Brush the brown sugar glaze generously over each bundle.

5. Bake

Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the bacon is cooked and slightly crispy and the glaze is bubbling.

For extra crispiness, broil for the last 2–3 minutes — watch carefully to prevent burning.

6. Serve

Let cool for a few minutes, then transfer to a serving platter. Spoon any caramelized glaze from the pan over the top and serve warm.