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The BEST Green Bean Recipe

The Best Green Bean Recipe

Jennie Duncan
These are not called the Best Green Beans for nothing. Pan seared almonds in butter flavored with garlic added to green beans bring out an amazing flavor you will love!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Dinner, Side, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Vegetable
Servings 8
Calories 142 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup sliced almonds
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic (or to taste)
  • 1 pound green beans (washed and trimmed)
  • ¾ cup water
  • salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions
 

  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Once melted add in sliced almonds. Reduce heat to low and lower to cook until almonds are toasted. This could take 3-4 minutes.
  • Place minced garlic in pan and allow to cook for 30-60 seconds. Remove almonds from skillet and set aside.
  • Place green beans in a pot with ¾ cup water and salt to taste. Cover and cook until green beans are tender. This could take 8-9 minutes. Then remove the lid and allow to cook 1-2 minutes or until all water is evaporated.
  • Once green beans are cooked remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper to taste then top with garlic toasted almonds. Mix everything together and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 142kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 42mgPotassium: 229mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 523IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 64mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Baked Garlic Green Beans, The Best Green Bean Recipe
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