Creole Green Beans

¼ cup unsalted butter

1 (14 ounce) package frozen green beans

6 thick slices bacon, chopped

½ onion, chopped

½ green bell pepper, chopped

2 cloves garlic, chopped

1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 teaspoon Creole seasoning

¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

salt to taste

Melt butter over medium heat in a large skillet. Stir in green beans, bacon, onion, green pepper, and garlic; cook and stir until onions are translucent, about 2 minutes. Stir in cayenne pepper, Creole seasoning, and black pepper. Cover; reduce heat to low. Simmer until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Season to taste with salt.