Haricot verts are small, naturally sweet French green beans. This recipe is a simple combination of the green beans with garlic and olive oil or butter. The green beans may be simple, but they are elegant enough for a special occasion or dinner party.
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Haricot verts are naturally sweet French green beans. This elegant dish is simply seasoned with garlic and olive oil.
- Prep Time: 6 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Vegetables, Side Dish
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 pound small French green beans (haricot verts)
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
Instructions
- Fill a large saucepan with water; add 2 teaspoons of kosher salt. Place the pan over high heat and bring to a boil.
- Add the green beans to the water and bring back to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, cover the pan, and cook the green beans for 4 to 5 minutes.
- Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
- In a skillet or saute pan, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until the garlic is aromatic and just begins to change color.
- Add the green beans to the garlic mixture and cook, stirring gently, until hot.
- Sprinkle lightly with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
