GREEN BEANS
I love my veggies!!! What I love even more are simple to cook, delicious ones!
This is a recipe that you can use to make a simple veggie side to go with any meal.
Don't be turned off by all the steps involved. This is really simple.....
Prep:
Find beans that are equal in size.
This helps with equal cooking!
Part One:
Boil
Ice Water Bath:
Stops the cooking process and helps hold the bright green color.
Part Two:
Season and Saute
Finished Product:
LET'S EAT
Ingredients:
3-5 Cups of Water
5-8 Cubes of Ice
16 Green Beans
2 tsp Olive Oil
1/4 tsp (*to taste) Cracked Black Pepper
1/4 tsp (to taste) Salt
1/4 tsp (to taste) Garlic Powder
*to taste = the amount that taste right to you. Start with a little and then add more if needed.
Remember, every palate is different!
Directions:
PREP
Rinse beans in cool water (to wash).
Remove the pokey ends from both sides.
Step ONE
1. Bring a large saucepan with 2-3 inches of water and a pinch of salt to a boil.
2. Add the green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes.
3. Drain the beans and then immediately place them into the ice bath.
(Ice Bath: 3 cups of cold water and 5-8 cubes of ice)
4. Let the beans sit in the ice water for about 2 minutes and then remove them and pat dry.
Step TWO
1. In a large skillet/saute pan heat olive oil over med-high heat.
2. Add the beans, pepper, salt, and garlic, cook for 3-4 minutes stirring occasionally.
3. Remove from heat and add to your plate!
*Adopted From Better Homes and Gardens
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