Add bacon to a large skillet and cook over medium high heat until browned and crispy.

Remove bacon from pan and let stand to drain on a plate line with paper towels. Set aside.

In the same skillet in the bacon grease, add onion and garlic and heat until onion is tender and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add potatoes, butter and broth and heat until boiling.

Cover and reduce heat to simmer.

Stir occasionally and cook for about 10 minutes.

Stir in green beans and cook for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Stir in bacon and serve topped with fresh ground black pepper.