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Perfect Buttery Green Beans

A brief summary of the recipe.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound green beans stem ends trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Cooking Instructions

  • Fill a large pot with water, add a generous amount of salt, and bring it to a boil over high heat. In the meantime, prepare an ice bath by placing ice and cold water in a large bowl. Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with a double layer of paper towels or a kitchen towel.
  • Once the water is boiling, add the trimmed green beans and let them cook until they are bright green and crisp-tender, which will take about 2 to 3 minutes. After cooking, drain the beans and immediately place them into the ice bath to stop the cooking process. Allow them to sit for a few minutes.
  • After a few minutes, drain the green beans again and discard any remaining ice cubes. Spread the beans in a single layer on the baking sheet to dry.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and cook it until it becomes fragrant, about 30 seconds. Toss in the green beans and cook them for 1 to 2 minutes until they are heated through. Season the mixture with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Notes

You can prepare the green beans by blanching and drying them up to 2 days in advance, storing them in the refrigerator until you're ready to sauté them with garlic and butter. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.