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Green Beans with Garlic

These easy green beans with garlic are the perfect addition to any weeknight meal.  The best part—they come together in less than 10 minutes!
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time6 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: side dish, vegetable, weeknight dinner
Servings: 4 people
Author: Sarah

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound frozen haricot verts style green beans (or use fresh when in season!)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 Tablsepoon water
  • 4 cloves garlic minced

Instructions

  • Pour the olive oil into a large cast iron skillet, and heat over medium high heat.
  • Add the frozen green beans and allow to sauté for 1 minute.
  • Sprinkle the salt and water over the green beans and toss with tongs. Cover with a lid and cook for 4 minutes.
  • Remove the lid. Mince the garlic directly into the pan and give it a toss with tongs.
  • Cook for 1 more minute, allowing the garlic to cook, and making sure all of the green beans are cooked all the way through.
  • Remove from heat and serve.