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Garlicky Green Beans

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Garlicky Green Beans
Garlicky Green Beans

Garlicky Green Beans

Nothing gets a "that smells good" like sautéing garlic and butter. Add some green beans and you have yourself an awesome side dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Servings

Equipment

  • Normal Kitchen Utensils
  • Tongs work well for stirring green beans

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Lbs Green Beans Fresh or Frozen
  • 8 Cloves Garlic
  • 4 Tbsp Butter Unsalted
  • 2 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 C Grated Parmesan Cheese (Optional)
  • Salt and Pepper to Taste

Instructions
 

  • If using fresh green beans, wash them and snap the ends off. Peel and chop (or mince) the garlic.
    2 Lbs Green Beans, 8 Cloves Garlic
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the butter is starting to bubble, add the green beans and 1/2 tsp salt.
    4 Tbsp Butter
  • Cook 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans start to soften a little. Frozen green beans may take a little longer. Note: I like green beans pretty crunchy. If you like yours softer, consider cooking them an extra 5-10 minutes.
  • Once the initial cooking time has elapsed, and your green beans are nearing their desired doneness, add the garlic, onion powder and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook another 3-4 minutes until the garlic has softened.
    2 tsp Onion Powder, Salt and Pepper to Taste
  • Bite into a green bean to test for desired crunch before cutting the heat. Add the (optional) parmesan cheese and a final sprinkle of salt and pepper to taste.
    1/2 C Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • Serve right away with a nice cut of beef or chicken and some rice or mashed potatoes.

Notes

These green beans are a great way to soak up the flavor left in the pan after cooking a batch of steak or chicken – as long as you aren’t already making a sauce from the drippings. 
They make take a little long to finish before the meat gets cold, but you can save them for a future meal. These make a great meal prepping side. 
Keyword Bean, Butter, Garlic, Green