To make green beans, here are several popular and easy methods:
Sautéed Green Beans
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add trimmed fresh green beans along with onion salt, garlic salt, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Cook and stir for 5 to 10 minutes until the beans reach your desired tenderness.
- Serve hot
Blanched and Tossed Green Beans
- Wash and trim the green beans.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Blanch the beans by boiling them for about 2 minutes until crisp-tender and bright green.
- Immediately transfer to ice water to stop cooking, then drain and dry.
- Toss with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper for a fresh side dish
Garlic Sautéed Green Beans
- Blanch green beans in salted boiling water for about 4 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, add green beans and garlic.
- Sauté for 2 minutes until garlic is golden and beans are heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper and serve warm
Glazed Green Beans
- In a skillet, combine green beans, butter, water or stock, and crushed garlic cloves.
- Cover and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low.
- Cook for about 8 minutes until beans are tender but not mushy.
- Toss with the buttery glaze and optionally top with grated Parmesan
Green Beans with Bacon and Onion
- Cook chopped bacon in a skillet until done.
- Add diced onion and cook until translucent.
- Add butter, minced garlic, sugar, pepper, steak seasoning, green beans, and chicken broth.
- Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes until beans are tender.
- Serve as a flavorful side
Roasted Green Beans
- Trim green beans and place them in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast in the oven until browned and tender, ensuring they are spaced out to avoid steaming
Each method offers a different flavor and texture, from crisp-tender to buttery and glazed. Choose one based on your preference and available ingredients.
