Green Beans Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the Green Beans

   Wash the fresh green beans under cold water to remove any dirt or impurities. Trim the ends of the beans by snapping or cutting them off.

2. 2

   Cook the Green Beans

   In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the trimmed green beans and cook for 4-5 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.

3. 3

   Sauté Garlic

   In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic (from 3 cloves) and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, making sure not to burn it.

4. 4

   Combine Ingredients

   Add the cooked green beans to the skillet with the sautéed garlic. Season with salt and black pepper. Toss everything together to combine and heat through for about 2-3 minutes.

5. 5

   Finish with Lemon Juice

   Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle 1 tablespoon of lemon juice over the green beans. Toss again to ensure even coating.

6. 6

   Serve

   Transfer the green beans to a serving dish. If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.