In a large skillet, over medium heat, cook 6 slices of bacon until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove bacon and reserve the fat in the skillet.

Add 1 medium chopped onion to the skillet with the bacon fat. Sauté until golden and translucent, about 4-5 minutes.

Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Blanch 1 lb of green beans for about 4-5 minutes. Drain and plunge into an ice bath.

Return to the skillet with the sautéed onions. Add 2 tablespoons of butter, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder. Stir until melted and bubbly, about 2-3 minutes.

Add the cooked green beans and reserved bacon to the skillet. Toss to coat in the glaze and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with additional bacon bits or cracked black pepper if desired.