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Green beans cooking in a pan, turning bright green.

Garlic Green Beans

Garlic green beans made with butter and fresh garlic in just 20 minutes. This easy sautéed green beans recipe is perfect for weeknights and holiday dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Servings 5 side dish
Calories 104 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 garlic
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil:
  • Add the green beans and blanch for 3–4 minutes until bright green and just tender:
  • Drain immediately and set aside:
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat:
  • Sprinkle in the garlic and stir for 10–15 seconds until fragrant:
  • Add the green beans to the skillet:
  • Season with salt and black pepper:
  • Toss and cook for 3–5 minutes until glossy and evenly coated:
  • Remove from heat and serve warm:
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Notes

Blanching keeps the color bright and texture tender.
• Garlic burns quickly, so watch closely.
• Best served immediately for best texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 104kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 242mgPotassium: 295mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1150IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 55mgIron: 1mg
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