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Boiled Green Beans Recipe with Butter Glaze
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Boiled Green Beans Recipe with Butter Glaze

This boiled green beans recipe features green beans cooked to a bright green, slightly crunchy texture, then finished with a gentle butter glaze seasoned with salt and pepper. The method keeps the beans fresh and crisp while coating them evenly with melted butter for a simple side dish that complements a variety of meals. It’s ideal when you want a straightforward vegetable without heavy seasoning or sauces.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 74 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: French

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Green bean trimmed
  • 3 tablespoons butter unsalted
  • salt sea salt and fresh cracked, to taste
  • black pepper sea salt and fresh cracked, to taste

Instructions

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  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and season heavily with salt. It should taste like the ocean.
  2. Next, add the trimmed green beans and boil for 4 to 6 minutes until al dente or slightly crunchy.
  3. Immediately remove them from the pot and strain them. Set them aside.
  4. In a large saute pan over low heat, add in the butter and coat the bottom of the pan by constantly swirling it in a circular motion. Be sure the pan is not too hot, you simply want to melt the butter not cook it.
  5. Add the green beans to the butter, season with salt and pepper, and fold the green beans into the butter until they are coated on all sides. Serve

Notes

  • Boil beans 4 to 6 minutes for al dente; extend to 8 to 10 minutes for softer beans.
  • Serve immediately but can keep warm in pan up to 15 minutes before serving.
  • Refrigerate covered up to 3 days; freezing cooked beans causes moisture loss and is best avoided unless using in soups.
  • Reheat by sautéing with butter and a small amount of chicken stock or water over medium heat until warm.

Nutrition Information

Calories 74kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 15mg (5%) Sodium 55mg (2%) Potassium 160mg (3%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 697IU (14%) Vitamin C 9mg (10%) Calcium 30mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 74

% Daily Value*

Calories 74kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 55mg 2%
Potassium 160mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 697IU 14%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 30mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.