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Durham County Public Health

Sauteed Green Beans



Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 15-20 minutes 
Makes: 4-6


 

Ingredients:

  • 1.5 pounds or 24 ounces fresh green beans, ends trimmed OR                              
  • 20 ounces of frozen whole or French green beans, thawed and drained 
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 medium shallots or 1 small onion, finely sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup almond slivers (optional)
     

Directions:

  1. If using frozen green beans, proceed to step 2. If using fresh green beans:
    • Bring a pot of water to a boil.
    • Prepare a bowl of ice water. 
    • Place green beans in boiling water for 3 minutes. 
    • Move green beans to the bowl of ice water. Leave in the bowl for 3 minutes. Drain the green beans.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in pan over medium heat.  Sauté shallots or onion until brown and crisp. Set aside in a dish.
  3. Add remaining olive oil to the pan. Sauté green beans for 3-5 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste. 
  4. Move green beans to the dish with the shallots or onions. Add almonds and toss. 
  5. Serve and enjoy!