Garlic Butter Green Beans Recipe
Serves 4
10 mins prep
5 mins cook
15 mins total
Made in about 15 minutes, this Garlic Butter Green Beans is the perfect side dish for Thanksgiving or on any night of the week.
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Place 6 cups of water and 2 tablespoons salt in a large pot over medium-high heat. Cover and bring it to a boil.
Meanwhile, fill a large bowl with ice and water. Line a sheet pan with a few sheets of paper towel. Set them aside.
Carefully add the green beans into the boiling water. Cook until crisp and tender, 5 minutes.
Using a slotted spoon or a spider strainer, transfer the green beans into the ice water. Let them cool to room temperature completely for about 5 minutes. Drain and then transfer on to the sheet pan lined with paper towels. Dry as much as you can.
Melt the butter in a large skillet (10 or 12 inch) over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, 30 seconds.
Add in the green beans and gently stir to make sure they are coated with the butter and garlic mixture. Sautee, turning often, for 2-3 minutes or until green beans are softened but still tender.
If preferred, toss in the lemon zest at the last minute. Transfer the beans on a plate and serve.
