How to store leftovers

Store leftovers in an airtight container up to three days. Keep refrigerated.

How to reheat leftovers

Avoid overheating when you reheat so that the green beans do not get overcooked. We like to reheat them in the microwave for about 90 seconds per serving. Alternatively, you can reheat them in a non-stick skillet with a little splash of water or broth, covered until steaming hot. Stir occasionally to heat evenly.

We get this question quite a bit! We came up with these Make Ahead Green Beans as a great way to fix them in advance. You can use a similar method here by doing the following: 1. Blanching the green beans for 1 minute in boiling water. 2. Shock in an ice bath to immediately stop them from cooking. Drain well in a colander. 3. Keep refrigerated in a large storage container or ziplock bag for 1 day. 4. Before using in the recipe, make sure they are completely dry (use a clean dish towel or paper towels.) 5. Follow the instructions in this recipe but do not add the water and steam covered. They will be tender enough after searing them. Note that the beans will not brown as well as they sear, but they will still be quite tasty.

Simple Skillet Green Beans

Description

These simple skillet green beans are a perfect healthy side dish. They are made in one pot with garlic, olive oil and a little spice. They are vegan, paleo and naturally gluten-free.

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon red pepper flake, or to taste
1.5 pounds green beans, trimmed
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon coarse kosher salt
2 tablespoons water

Instructions

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add red pepper flake and stir to coat the pepper in the oil. Add green beans and cook, stirring often until the beans are blistering and browning in areas, 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic and salt and cook, stirring constantly until the garlic is fragrant and browning, about 30 seconds. Add water and immediately cover. Cook covered until the beans are bright green and crisp tender, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve immediately.

Notes

To Trim The Beans: The stem end of the bean is tough and fibrous. This must be removed. To do so easily, line up a handful of the beans with the stems facing the same direction. Cut them off all at once. No need to cut off the pointy tip.

Skillet: We have a nice big cast-iron skillet that I like to use for this recipe. You’ll need a lid- so make sure the skillet you choose has a lid that’ll work with it. (Note: a sheet of aluminum foil will work too if need be.)

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Category: side dish
Method: stove top
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 70
Sugar: 0 g
Sodium: 230 mg
Fat: 5 g
Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
Carbohydrates: 6 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 1 g

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