Spanish-Style Green Beans

A very quick and simple way to enjoy fresh green beans.

Yield 4 servings
Time 15 minutes
Tools
  • knife
  • large pot
  • colander
  • large frying pan
  • wooden spoon
Ingredients
  • 1½ pounds green beans
  • 1½ T olive oil
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
  • salt
  • pepper
Directions Fill pot with water, add salt, and bring to a boil over high heat.

Meanwhile, trim the green beans and cut them in half. Add to boiling water and cook about 5 minutes, until tender but still crisp. Drain.

Heat oil over medium heat, add garlic, and sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add beans, salt, and pepper, and cook, still stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes, until hot. Serve immediately.

Notes
Adapted from Donna Klein’s The Mediterranean Vegan Kitchen (read my review).

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