In the vast culinary landscape, green beans stand out as a beacon of simplicity, versatility, and health. Often relegated to the sidelines of more flamboyant vegetables, green beans possess an understated elegance that belies their nutritional prowess. With their vibrant hue and crisp texture, they add a touch of color and crunch to any dish. This collection of green bean recipes celebrates the humble bean's potential, transforming it into a culinary star.
From the classic Green Beans with Sage recipe, which draws inspiration from rustic Italian cooking, to the more adventurous Szechuan Green Beans, each dish showcases a unique approach to preparing this versatile vegetable. The Garlic Butter Green Beans offer a quick and easy side dish that complements any main course, while the Green Bean Casserole, a Thanksgiving staple, brings comfort and nostalgia to the table. For those seeking a lighter option, the Green Bean Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing provides a refreshing and flavorful alternative. And for a touch of spice, the Spicy Green Beans with Chili and Garlic pack a punch that is sure to satisfy.
GREEN BEANS WITH MUSHROOMS AND SAGE
After trying Evie*'s Pumpkin and Sage Risotto, I have gotten hooked on fresh sage. This recipe is from Southern Living. I made it over the holidays and I really liked it.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Vegetable
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook beans in boiling salted water for 10-12 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain.
- Plunge into icewater; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, over medium-high heat, melt butter and add olive oil.
- Saute sage 1 minute or until crisp and dark green.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Add mushrooms and minced garlic to skillet; cook 2 minutes or until liquid evaporates.
- Add green beans, tossing to mix.
- Stir in broth, wine, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper; cook for 5-10 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half.
- Stir in sage just before serving.
GREEN BEANS WITH BLACKENED SAGE AND HAZELNUTS
Provided by Jennifer Iserloh
Categories Side Thanksgiving Quick & Easy Dinner Green Bean Healthy Sage Hazelnut Potluck Self Sugar Conscious Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Heat butter and oil, then cook sage until it begins to blacken, 1 to 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook until golden, about 2 minutes. Add beans and salt; toss to coat. Carefully add 1 cup water. Steam until beans are fork-tender and most of the water has evaporated, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle hazelnuts on top and serve.
SLOW-ROASTED CHICKEN WITH GARLICKY GREEN BEANS AND SAGE
This may look like just plain chicken and green beans, but by dropping the oven temperature to 325 degrees and slow roasting for 1½ hours, these simple ingredients become so much more: The green beans, which are tossed with olive oil, sage and garlic, will no longer be snappy and bright green, but will slouch and sweeten. The chicken will be tender enough to pull apart with your fingers. (Its skin will be crisp but pale, so for browner skin, broil for a few minutes after roasting.) And the flavorful chicken drippings will mingle with the aromatics on the sheet pan, creating a spectacular, no-effort pan sauce.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories easy, poultry, main course
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 325 degrees. Toss the green beans, garlic cloves and sage leaves with ¼ cup of the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper, and arrange in an even layer on a sheet pan. Rub the chicken with the remaining 2 tablespoons oil and 1 tablespoon salt. Arrange among the green beans and season with black pepper; scoot any green beans out from under the chicken. (It's okay if the green beans are clumped together.) Roast, tossing the green beans occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through, and the green beans are dark green and wrinkled, about 1 hour 30 minutes.
- Transfer the chicken to a platter. Stir the vinegar into the green beans and season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer the green beans and garlic to the platter, scraping all the pan drippings and browned bits from the pan.
- Eat the chicken with the green beans, cloves of roasted garlic and a spoonful of the pan drippings. Optionally, if you'd like the chicken's skin to be more browned, return the chicken to the sheet pan and broil until golden.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender green beans: Look for beans that are bright green, firm, and without blemishes.
- Trim the green beans: Remove the tough ends of the green beans before cooking.
- Blanch the green beans (optional): Blanching the green beans in boiling water for a few minutes helps to preserve their color and crispness.
- Use fresh sage: Fresh sage has a more intense flavor than dried sage.
- Add the sage at the end of cooking: This will help to preserve its flavor.
- Season to taste: Add salt and pepper to taste.
Conclusion:
Green beans with sage is a simple but flavorful side dish that can be enjoyed on any occasion. The combination of green beans, sage, and butter is a classic combination that is sure to please everyone at the table. This dish is also a great way to use up fresh green beans from your garden.
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