Garlic Butter Green Beans

This garlic butter green beans recipe is an easy-peasy side dish that adds a pop of green to your plate. Ready in about 20 minutes and easy to customize with a variety of add-ons.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 7

Total Time 22

Servings

Calories 181kcal

Author Sharon Rhodes

Ingredients

2 lbs fresh green beans
3 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
4-5 cloves fresh garlic
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Start by washing the beans and trimming the ends off.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Once the water is boiling, add the beans to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes. They are ready when the color has turned bright green.
Meanwhile, peel and mince the garlic.
Once the beans are ready, drain them and set them aside.
Next, heat the butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Once the butter and oil have melted together, add the minced garlic and saute for 30 seconds. Don't overcook it! You don't want it browned or burnt.
Add the beans to the pan with the butter and garlic, and toss well to coat them with the butter and garlic.
Saute, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes until they are crisp-tender.
Season the beans with salt and pepper and toss again.
Serve warm.

Notes

To Store: Transfer any leftovers to a glass container with an airtight lid. Store in the fridge for up to 2 days.

To Reheat: Add a bit of butter and oil to a pan over medium heat. Add the beans and stir for 3-5 minutes until warmed through.

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