GARLIC STRING/GREEN BEANS (FIT FOR LIFE)

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My family has been using this recipe since the 80's. These are great with steak or chicken. Also great if you are on a low calorie diet.

Provided by Peytons Mom

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
4 cups fresh string beans or 4 cups frozen string beans
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
fresh ground pepper (about a tsp)
2 cups water
1 vegetable bouillon cube
1 dash fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • In large heavy saucepan, heat oil.
  • Add garlic and beans, and saute over high heat to sear beans, stirring frequently so they do not burn.
  • Add thyme, sea salt, and pepper to taste.
  • Add water and bouillon.
  • Bring to boil, cover tightly, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 20-30 minutes or until beans are tender when pierced with tip of sharp knife.
  • Add more water, if necessary.
  • Frozen beans will take only half the time.
  • Add squeeze of lemon juice and toss well.
  • Original recipe states it serves 2 but it easily will serve four as a side dish.

Mark Sheridan
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These string beans are the best! I've never had them so flavorful before.


Caroline Mburu
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Alasandra
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves garlic and string beans.


George Mtz
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


MD Abdul Hasib
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These string beans are the perfect side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


shakil tota
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add any vegetables or protein that you like.


Sirwang Sk
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This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


ajay lahera
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I'm not usually a fan of string beans, but this recipe changed my mind. They're so flavorful and addictive.


Shabana Zubair
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These garlic string beans are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Moses Kargbo
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I added a little bit of red pepper flakes for some extra heat. It was delicious!


SewerRat 12
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover string beans. I always have a bag of them in my freezer.


Allu Arjun
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I love the crunch of the string beans and the savory flavor of the garlic and sesame oil.


Irfan khan is Irfan khan
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These string beans are the perfect side dish for any meal. They're healthy, flavorful, and easy to make.


Ove Cas
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So simple, yet so delicious! I'll definitely be making this again.


Lindsey Knitter
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I was skeptical at first, but these string beans turned out great! They're so easy to make and they're packed with flavor.


Sibonelo Tshabalala
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I've always been a fan of string beans, but this recipe takes them to a whole new level. The garlic and sesame oil are the perfect combination.


official Chris d
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These garlic string beans were a hit at our dinner party! Everyone loved the flavor and texture.