Ingredients
12ozfresh string beans,(2 bags), or green beans, ends trimmed
3tbspbutter
4garlic cloves,minced
salt and pepper,to taste
Preparation
Boil a salted pot of water for the beans and also prepare a large bowl of cold water with ice cubes. Trim the ends of the beans.
Once the water is boiling, add the string beans and cook them for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain them and add them to the bowl of ice water so they stop cooking.
Melt the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once the butter is sizzling, stir in the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
Drain the beans and add them to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, tossing/stirring often, or until the beans are as tender as you like.
Season beans with salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately.
