Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra light olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound French Beans (Haricots Verts), rinsed and dried
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: Warm the extra light olive oil in a saucepan over high heat until hot and shimmering.
- Cook green beans: Add the French beans to the pan, reduce the heat to medium-high, and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to fold the beans from the bottom to the top to ensure even cooking.
- Sauté garlic: Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 1 minute, allowing the garlic to release its aroma without burning.
- Add chicken broth: Pour in the chicken broth and increase heat back to high. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes so the beans can absorb the flavors while still retaining a slight crunch.
- Season and serve: Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Use fresh French beans (Haricots Verts) for the best texture and flavor.
- Do not overcook the beans; they should remain slightly crisp.
- To make this dish vegetarian, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
- Adjust the amount of garlic according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
