No-fail Butter and Garlic Green Beans

Butter and Garlic Green Beans are a quick and delicious side dish that never fails. Cooked to perfection and tossed with butter and toasted garlic, they’re simple yet full of flavor. This recipe is easy enough for busy weeknights but tasty enough to serve at a special dinner.

What makes Butter and Garlic Green Beans so foolproof is their flexible cooking method. You can prepare them ahead, then quickly reheat in a hot pan with butter just before serving. With no trimming required if you use pre-prepped beans, this side dish is as convenient as it is delicious.

No-fail Butter and Garlic Green Beans

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Butter and Garlic Green Beans are a quick and delicious side dish that never fails. Cooked to perfection and tossed with butter and toasted garlic, they’re simple yet full of flavor. This recipe is easy enough for busy weeknights but tasty enough to serve at a special dinner.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 pound green beans trimmed and washed
• 2 cloves garlic minced*
• 1 tablespoon butter
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a medium pot, cover green beans with cold water and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes, until they reach your preferred level of doneness. Drain and set aside.
2. Melt butter over medium heat in a large skillet. Add the garlic and toast until golden, watching carefully to ensure it doesn't burn.
3. Add the cooked green beans to the pan, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss to coat (and reheat if they've cooled). Enjoy!

Notes

*If you don't feel like mincing your garlic, you can crush it with a garlic press, but the little minced pieces of garlic are really delicious.

Make-ahead Instructions: Trimmed green beans and minced garlic can be stored in air-tight containers for up to 2 days before cooking.