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Garlic Butter Green Beans

A delightful and easy-to-make side dish that features fresh green beans sautéed in garlic and butter, perfect for any dinner occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb fresh green beans Haricots verts are preferred, but regular ones work fine.
  • 2 tablespoons butter Unsalted is preferred, but any butter works.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Use 5 cloves if you want to ward off vampires.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Sea salt is recommended.
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Adds a mild kick.
  • Optional: lemon juice Just a squeeze for brightness.
  • Optional: red pepper flakes Add to your portion for a spicy kick.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Trim the ends of your fresh green beans.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
  3. Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 3-5 minutes until bright green and crisp.
  4. Prepare a bowl of ice water and transfer the blanched green beans to it to stop the cooking process.
Cooking
  1. In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat and add minced garlic.
  2. Once the garlic is fragrant and slightly golden, add the drained green beans.
  3. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss the green beans in the garlic butter.
  4. Let them cook for a few more minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Just before serving, add optional lemon juice and red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 240mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve these green beans in a nice bowl or directly from the pan. They taste even better the next day as leftover flavors mingle.
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