Glazed Green Beans
This green bean dish is sure to be a hit with the entire family. Simple enough for an every-day recipe, and with flavor worthy of a special occasion.
Makes
Serving size
Ingredients
12 cups water
1½ pounds green beans, rinsed and ends trimmed
1 tablespoon oil (such as extra virgin olive oil or canola)
Juice of ½ lemon
Black pepper, freshly grounded, to taste
Sauce:
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon of water
1 large clove of garlic, minced
1 teaspoon of oil (such as extra virgin olive oil or canola)
Instructions
- Bring a stockpot with water to boil. Add beans, and cook until just turning bright green, about 3 minutes. Do not overcook.
- Drain, then rinse beans with cold water for 1 minute. Place cooled beans in a large bowl and pat dry. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, water, garlic, and 1 teaspoon oil to make a sauce. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add beans, and stir to coat with oil. Add sauce, continuing to stir, and cook for additional 3 minutes. Finished green beans will be bright green and crisp-tender.
- Transfer to a serving dish. Season with lemon juice and freshly ground black pepper.
Cooking Tip
Green beans are an affordable vegetable any time of year. It is also easy to find deals on frozen green beans, which work well for this recipe. If using frozen beans, be sure to thaw, rinse, and pat dry before use.
100% maple syrup can be used instead of honey in this recipe.
Recipe contributed by Natasha Eziquiel-Shriro, MS, RDN, CDN
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