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If you’re looking to elevate your holiday side dishes, Nate’s Fresh Green Beans are a must-try. This simple yet flavorful recipe transforms fresh green beans into a standout dish, thanks to the perfect blend of garlic, butter, and herbs. It’s so good, even the most skeptical green bean eaters have been converted.
The best part? This dish is quick to prepare, freeing up your time for other holiday cooking tasks. You can even prep the green beans ahead of time by washing and trimming them the day before. On the day of your feast, a quick sauté brings everything together beautifully.
Whether you’re hosting a large gathering or a cozy family dinner, Nate’s Fresh Green Beans add a touch of elegance and a burst of flavor to your table. Pair them with your favorite main course, and watch as they become a new holiday favorite.
Whether it’s a big Thanksgiving spread or just a Tuesday night dinner, they’ll fit right in.
Step 1 – Sauté Garlic
Start by heating a little olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Toss in your minced garlic and sauté for about a minute, just until it becomes fragrant and golden (this is when your kitchen starts to smell amazing). If you want to get a little fancy, add an extra garlic clove, halved, and set it aside after sautéing—it makes for a pretty garnish when serving.
Oh, and quick side note—if you’re like me and reach for olive oil constantly, I swear by this adorable olive oil dispenser I keep on my counter. It keeps the oil protected from light but is always within easy reach on my little kitchen tray. Total game-changer.
Step 2 – Add Green Beans
Remove the garlic and set it aside. Add the washed and trimmed green beans, the rest of the spices, and the water. Give it a good stir.
Step 3 – Cook
Cover and cook on medium heat until tender, about 15-20 min. I love these Caraway frying pans because they are not only beautiful but also non-toxic and non-stick, and I always get questions about them every time I show them.
Step 4 – Serve
Serve the beans in a casserole dish topped with some sautéed garlic.
Check out these other yummy Thanksgiving side dish recipes. These are my favorite Steamed Carrots and I love this recipe for Brussel’s Sprouts!
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A simple yet flavorful side dish that elevates fresh green beans with garlic, butter, and herbs.Perfect for Thanksgiving or any meal, this recipe is sure to convert even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
1 lb fresh green beans, washed and trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1–2 cloves garlic, finely diced or pressed
1½ teaspoons salt (or to taste)
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon sugar
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup boiling water
Instructions
Sauté Garlic:In a large frying pan over medium heat, add olive oil, butter, and garlic. Sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
Add Green Beans:Remove the garlic and set aside. Add the green beans to the pan along with salt, basil, sugar, pepper, and boiling water. Stir to combine.
Cook:Cover the pan and cook on medium heat for 15–20 minutes, or until the beans are tender.
Serve:Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and top with the reserved sautéed garlic.
