These Parmesan Green Beans are a fast and easy side dish that everyone loves. They are crisp-tender and full of flavor. And, yes, Parmesan cheese makes everything better! If you want to take the plain old green bean up a level, you have to try my Parmesan Green Beans.
Why This Parmesan Green Beans Recipe Works
The best recipes are sometimes the most simple. That is why this fresh green bean dish works. The simple, fresh flavors come together to make a wonderful accompaniment to any meal. This recipe is so simple that you can easily prepare it while the rest of your meal is cooking.
How to Make Parmesan Green Beans – Step by Step
- Step One: Melt butter in a large skillet. (Photo 1 below)
- Step Two: Next, add your green beans to the melted butter. (Photo 2 below)
- Step Three: Then add the House Seasoning and toss to coat. (Photo 3 below)
- Step Four: Sautee the green beans for 5 to 6 minutes until they are tender crisp. Add garlic and toss. Sautee for an additional 30 seconds (Photo 4 below)
- Step Five: Finally, remove beans from the heat and top with the parmesan cheese. (Photo 5 below)
How to Trim Green Beans
Cutting your green beans doesn’t have to be a monotonous task. Because most green beans no longer have strings, preparing them is much easier.
- Simply take a handful of washed green beans and tap the ends on cutting board to even out.
- Cut ends of a whole handful of beans at once.
- Next, turn bunch of beans around and tap on cutting board and cut.
Can you Use Frozen or Canned Green Beans
Yes! Canned or frozen green beans can be used as a substitution for this recipe, but of course, they wont have that tender crisp taste that the fresh green beans have.
If you decide to use frozen green beans, I would thaw them before using them in this recipe. Likewise, if using canned green beans, make sure they’re completely drained before sauteing them.
Expert Tips for Making the Best Sauteed Green Beans with Garlic
- Make extra and toss them with some pasta for a delicious main dish.
- Use a Garlic Press to make the minced garlic quick.
- You can use pre-minced fresh garlic to really speed up the recipe.
- Prepare these sautéed green beans with freshly grated parmesan cheese. It adds the best flavor.
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Parmesan Green Beans
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans, stems removed
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ½ teaspoon House Seasoning Blend
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium high heat, melt butter.
- Add green beans and season with House Seasoning Blend; toss to coat.
- Saute for 5-6 minutes or until green beans are crisp-tender.
- Add garlic and toss to coat; saute for 30 seconds.
- Remove the green beans from the pan and top with grated parmesan cheese.
Expert Tips
- Make extra and toss them with some pasta for a delicious main dish
- Use a Garlic Press to make the minced garlic quick
- Prepare these sautéed green beans with freshly grated parmesan cheese. It adds the best flavor.
My family loves green beans and this is a great side dish! The Parmesan dresses it up perfectly!
Green beans are a favorite of ours and we love the addition of cheese!
This is such a simple but delicious recipe. A side dish the whole family actually enjoys!
I tried these green beans last night and they were amazing! Thanks so much for sharing!