Green Beans Recipe
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Ingredients
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Method
Preparation
- 1
Wash and Trim Green Beans
Rinse the fresh green beans under cold water. Remove the stem ends by trimming them off with a knife.
- 2
Prepare Garlic
Peel the garlic cloves and mince them finely.
- 3
Halve Cherry Tomatoes
Wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half.
Cooking
- 4
Sauté Green Beans
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the trimmed green beans and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
- 5
Add Garlic and Tomatoes
Stir in the minced garlic and halved cherry tomatoes. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes are slightly soft and the garlic is fragrant.
- 6
Season the Dish
Sprinkle salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes over the sautéed mixture. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
- 7
Finish with Balsamic Vinegar
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle balsamic vinegar over the green beans. Toss to coat evenly.