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Garlic Butter Green Beans Recipe

This green beans recipe makes a quick and delicious side dish for any meal. Fresh green beans soak up the flavors of garlic and butter, so make a double batch; you will want a second helping!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword butter, garlic, green beans
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 90kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place green beans into a large skillet and cover with water. Bring water to a boil.
  • Once water is broiling, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 5-7 minutes.
  • Drain water and bring the pot with the green beans back to the medium heat.
  • Add butter, stir and cook until butter is melted, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add garlic, salt and pepper. Cook for more 2 minutes. Enjoy!

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  • You can quickly trim the green beans by lining them up on a cutting board and cutting the tops and bottoms off.
  • Make sure you don't overcook the green beans or they'll get mushy. They should be bright green and crisp.
  • Keep in mind that thin French-style beans cook in half the time than the green beans used in this recipe.
  • To store: You can store cooked green beans in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • To reheat: Reheat the green beans in the microwave or skillet.
  • To freeze: You can freeze cooked green beans in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 | Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 299mg | Potassium: 254mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g