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Preserving Green Beans Italian Style

This easy Preserving Green Beans Recipe is simple and delicious. From blanching the beans to adding the best spices.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Resting Time
7 d
Total Time
7 d 20 mins
Servings: 2 jars
Calories: 2033 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 pound green beans (1/2 kilo)
  • 3 cups water (708 grams)
  • 2 cups white wine vinegar (472 grams)
  • 1-2 teaspoons salt
  • 1-2 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 2-3 pinches hot pepper flakes
  • ½-1 teaspoon oregano
  • 4-5 prigs parsley finely chopped (or more if desired)
  • Salt to taste*
EXTRA
  • 2-3 cups oil (corn, sunflower or olive oil) (more if necessary) (448-672 grams)
  • 2 half quart mason jars** (2x500 grams jars)
*Taste the beans first they may not need any extra salt.
**I used 2 jars, but if you prefer you can use 3 smaller jars or even 1 large one, just make sure the beans are completely covered in oil.

Instructions

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  1. In a large pot add vinegar and water bring to a boil then add the salt and trimmed green beans, stir to combine.  Cook, stirring occasionally for approximately 8-12 minutes or until al dente*, then drain well and place the beans on a clean tea towel to dry completely.
  2. While the beans are cooling, sterilize your jars (see post for your preferred method).
  3. Place the dry beans in a large bowl and toss well with garlic, hot pepper flakes, oregano, parsley and salt (if needed). Then add the beans to the clean sterilized jars, be sure to leave about 1/2 inch from the top of the jar free. Cover the beans completely with oil, close and store in a cool dry area for 1-2 weeks before tasting. Enjoy!
*This depends on the size of the beans, time can be more or less. So taste at about the 7 minute mark.

Notes

  • The jars can be stored at room temperature for up to three months, once the jars are open store in the fridge and use within 7 days.
  • Most Italians use either sunflower or corn oil, mainly because they usually preserve a large amount so this type of oil is cheaper. Although if you do prefer to use olive oil, then the beans should be consumed within 6 months, because olive oil has a stronger taste and will also change the taste of the green beans.
  • f you do prefer to use olive oil, then the beans should be consumed within 6 months, because olive oil has a stronger taste and will also change the taste of the green beans.

Nutrition Information

Calories 2033kcal (102%) Carbohydrates 18g (6%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 217g (334%) Saturated Fat 30g (150%) Polyunsaturated Fat 23g Monounsaturated Fat 158g Sodium 1220mg (51%) Potassium 616mg (18%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 2007IU (40%) Vitamin C 32mg (36%) Calcium 126mg (13%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2jars

Amount Per Serving

Calories 2033

% Daily Value*

Calories 2033kcal 102%
Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 217g 334%
Saturated Fat 30g 150%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23g 135%
Monounsaturated Fat 158g 790%
Sodium 1220mg 51%
Potassium 616mg 13%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 2007IU 40%
Vitamin C 32mg 36%
Calcium 126mg 13%
Iron 5mg 28%

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