Kentucky Wonder Beans

4 cups trimmed heirloom green beans (such as Kentucky Wonder Beans)

1 slice bacon

1 clove garlic, minced

1 teaspoon olive oil, or as needed

½ teaspoon sea salt

1 pinch coarsely ground black pepper to taste

Pour about 1 inch of water into a saucepan; add green beans, bacon, garlic, olive oil, sea salt, and pepper. Bring the water to a boil, reduce heat to medium, and place a cover on the saucepan. Cook beans until tender, 7 to 10 minutes.