Garlic-Herb Green Beans
This recipe for Garlic-Herb Green Beans will make it so easy to want to eat your greens! Coated in an herb butter and topped with sautéed garlic, the flavors are out of this world.
Servings: 8
Calories: 109kcal
Equipment
- Large Skillet with Deep Sides and lid
- Chef's Knife
- Silicone Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh green beans
- 1 ½ cups chicken stock or vegetable stock
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground thyme
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 count lemon
Instructions
- Add the green beans and chicken stock to a large skillet with deep sides.Cover with a lid, and boil on medium-high heat for 15 minutes until fork tender.
- Strain the green beans, reserving ¼ cup of stock, and set the beans aside.
- In the same skillet, turn the heat down to low. Add in your butter, Worcestershire sauce, and dry seasonings.
- Continuously stir until a paste forms.
- Add back in the green beans and top with the minced garlic. Squeeze the lemon juice over the beans, and add the ¼ cup of reserved chicken stock.
- Stir well, cover the pan again, and cook on low for another 5 minutes. Enjoy!
Notes
Tips & Tricks:
Be sure to wait a minute or so after turning the heat to low, before adding in the butter. You don't want it to burn!
Serving Suggestions:
Top the cooked green beans with fresh red pepper flakes, grated parmesan, or freshly chopped parsley. However, I can eat a big bowl of them as is!
Nutrition
Calories: 109kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 740mg | Potassium: 333mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1088IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 2mg