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Honey Garlic Green Beans

Honey Garlic Green Beans are an easy and delicious side dish recipe! Made with fresh green beans, salted butter, honey, and fresh garlic – this 4 ingredient dish is sweet, savory, saucy, and flavorful. Pair this 20 minute side with any main course for the perfect meal!

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz green beans, trimmed
  • 3 fresh garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp salted butter
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • Salt 
  • Pepper

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil on the stovetop.  Add the green beans.  Boil for 2-3 minutes.
  2. Remove the green beans from the pot and place immediately into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  3. Dry the green beans with paper towels.
  4. Add cooking spray to a large skillet or pan on the stove over medium-high heat.  Once hot, add the blanched green beans.
  5. Sauté the beans for 3-5 minutes, until slightly blistered and browned.
  6. Turn the heat to low heat.  Add the butter, honey, and minced garlic cloves.  Combine.
  7. Sauté for another 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve and enjoy!

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