Green Beans (onion free)

1 lb Green Beans (fresh or frozen)
1 strip of bacon
1/2 tsp minced garlic (2 cloves)
1 cup chicken broth (or from bouillon or homemade works too)
Salt
Coarse ground black pepper
Garlic salt

Cut bacon into small pieces and cook over medium/medium low heat; add minced garlic and sautee until garlic becomes a little golden. Add green beans (if frozen, steam/defrost first) and turn with tongs for a couple minutes till they are bright green and evenly coated. Add salt, pepper, and garlic salt to taste, turning beans to mix. Add broth and simmer until no liquid remains, turning beans periodically.