How to make Sautéed Green Beans

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while adding flavor.

green beans

🥗Healthier: asparagus

💰Cheaper: frozen green beans

Frozen green beans are often less expensive and still nutritious.

carrots

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Frozen mixed vegetables can be a cost-effective alternative.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often cheaper and has a neutral flavor.

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, ensuring enough water to cover the beans.

Use small French beans, which should be cleaned and have the stems removed. Trim the stems if necessary.

If using larger or tougher beans, french them by cutting on the bias or using a French tool.

Add the beans to the boiling salted water and cook until just underdone, still crunchy, tasting one to check readiness.

Finely chop the shallots and gather the garlic while the beans are cooking.

Once the beans are done, drain and place them into an ice bath to stop the cooking process.

Place a large frying pan on medium-high heat and add olive oil and butter.

Once the butter starts to foam, add the chopped shallots and sauté for a few minutes until translucent and slightly browned.

Crush the garlic directly into the pan and stir for another 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.

Add the cooled and drained beans back to the pan, tossing to combine.

Season with salt and freshly ground pepper, and continue to cook until the beans are warmed through.

Transfer the beans immediately to a serving bowl or plate.

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