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Garlic String Beans



From the kitchen of AnnMarie Barkwell



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Simply flavored with olive oil, garlic, thyme, salt, pepper & a touch of lemon. Great side for any meat entre.



In a large frying pan:

1 Tbsp olive oil

Heat.

Add:

1 tsp garlic, crushed

4 c fresh OR 1 (16oz) bag frozen green beans

Sauté to sear beans, stirring frequently so they don't burn.

Add:

(for fresh beans) 2 c cold water OR (for frozen beans) 1 c cold water

Bring to a boil. Cover.

Reduce heat to med-low.

Simmer 20-30 minutes OR until beans are tender when pierced with tip of knife.

Add more water if needed.

Frozen beans take half the time.

Drain.

Season with:

1/2 tsp dried thyme

1/2 tsp salt or salt substitute

fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Squeeze of fresh lemon juice

Toss & serve.





Comments



I love these green beans!
My favorite way to eat them
is with a baked potato.
These were done in just 15
minutes. I skip the lemon.
-Stephanie







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