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Good Green Beans Recipe

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant and flavorful Good Green Beans recipe! Inspired by a cooking class, this dish is incredibly versatile – allowing you to experiment with different ingredients each time. From simple additions to gourmet twists, this recipe is guaranteed to become a family favorite. Get ready to enjoy perfectly tender green beans with a burst of fresh flavor in just 25 minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 68.3 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.7 (18 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Good Green Beans

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How to Make Good Green Beans

  1. Wash and trim 1 pound of fresh green beans.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add 1 small chopped onion and 2 cloves of minced garlic. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until softened.
  4. Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in 1/4 cup of chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option).
  6. Add 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1/8 teaspoon of black pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes (optional).
  7. Cover and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the green beans are tender-crisp.
  8. Stir in 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice just before serving.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional) and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

5g

Carbs

2g

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