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Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • Green Beans:
  • 1 lb fresh green beans trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional:
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons grated parmesan
  • Garnish:
  • Fresh parsley
  • Lemon wedges

Instructions
 

  • Wash and trim green beans. Pat dry
  • Blanch in salted water for 2 to 3 minutes
  • Transfer to ice water. Drain
  • Heat oil or butter in skillet
  • Add garlic. Cook 30 seconds
  • Add green beans. Toss
  • Sauté 5 to 7 minutes
  • Season with salt and pepper
  • Add optional ingredients
  • Remove from heat. Garnish
  • Serve immediately

Notes

  • Do not overcook — keep beans crisp-tender
  • Dry beans well before cooking
  • Avoid burning garlic
  • Use a large pan for even cooking
  • Blanching improves texture and color
  • Serve immediately for best flavor
  • Store leftovers up to 3 days
  • Reheat in skillet for best results