recipe green beans

 Yields: 4 servings

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

 * 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed

 * 1 tablespoon olive oil

 * 2 cloves garlic, minced

 * 1/4 teaspoon salt

 * 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

 * Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and cook until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.

 * Drain green beans and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them chill for at least 15 seconds.

 * Drain green beans again and spread them on a kitchen towel or paper towels to dry.

 * Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

 * Add green beans, salt, and pepper to the skillet and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.

 * Serve hot.

Tips:

 * For a spicier green bean dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the skillet with the garlic.

 * You can also add other seasonings to the green beans, such as lemon zest, grated Parmesan cheese, or chopped nuts.

 * Green beans are a versatile side dish and can be served with a variety of main courses, such as grilled chicken, fish, or steak.

Enjoy!