Garlic and Butter Green Beans
There’s nothing wrong with boiling fresh or frozen green beans until they are soft, draining the water and seasoning them with butter and salt and pepper. However… cooking them in a covered skillet or wok with a dab of butter and garlic makes this simple side dish a show-stopper at the dinner table. They are perfectly crisp-tender and have a punch of flavor which will complement any main dish you are serving for dinner. Enjoy!
Garlic and Butter Green Beans
A flavorful side dish that adds some green vegetables to your dinner
Servings 6 people
Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh green beans or frozen
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon fresh minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- If necessary, pinch off and discard the tops of the green beans. Wash and drain.
- In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, combine green beans and water and cover with a lid. Cook for 10 minutes.
- Drain the liquid off the beans and push them to the outer edge of the skillet, making a hole in the middle. Drop the butter and garlic in the middle of the pan. Stir and cook the garlic for just 60 seconds until it becomes fragrant.
- Mix the garlic, butter, and salt into the beans until they are well coated. Serve immediately.
