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Sauteed Green Beans are a quick, delicious side dish that packs a punch of flavor with minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights or a simple addition to any meal, these green beans are cooked to tender-crisp perfection with olive oil and garlic. A sprinkle of salt and black pepper brings everything together. Let's get cooking!
Sauteed Green Beans Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 lb trimmed green beans
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp to taste salt
- 0.5 tsp to taste black pepper
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add green beans and saute for 5-7 minutes, until tender-crisp.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve warm.
What You Will Need for This Dish
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What you will need to make sauteed green beans
- Olive oil: Adds a rich, smooth flavor and helps cook the green beans evenly without burning.
- Garlic: Provides a fragrant, savory aroma and enhances the overall taste of the green beans.
Essential Tools and Instruments
What tools/instruments will be needed to make Sauteed Green Beans Recipe
- Skillet: Provides even heat distribution for cooking green beans to tender-crisp perfection.
- Tongs: Essential for turning and mixing green beans without damaging them.
- Garlic press: Quickly minces garlic, ensuring even flavor distribution.
- Measuring spoons: Ensures precise amounts of salt and pepper for consistent seasoning.
- Cutting board: Offers a stable surface for trimming green beans and mincing garlic.
Sauteed Green Beans Recipe
Ingredients:
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Green Beans trimmed
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 tsp Salt to taste
- 0.5 tsp Black Pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the green beans and saute for 5-7 minutes, until tender-crisp.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve warm.
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Make Ahead and Freezing Tips
Make Ahead Instructions
- Trim green beans and mince garlic ahead of time.
- Store prepped ingredients in airtight containers in the fridge.
- When ready to cook, follow the recipe as usual.
Freezing Instructions
- Blanch green beans in boiling water for 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking.
- Drain and pat dry.
- Place in a single layer on a baking sheet, freeze until solid.
- Transfer to a freezer bag, remove excess air, and seal.
- Freeze for up to 3 months.
- To use, thaw in the fridge overnight and follow the recipe.
For an extra burst of flavor, add a splash of soy sauce or balsamic vinegar to the green beans during the last minute of cooking.
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