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Garden Green Beans with Golden Garlic Butter

Tender-crisp green beans tossed in fragrant garlic butter make a comforting, classic American side. Organic beans and butter bring simple goodness to a dish that feels equally at home on a weeknight table or at a family gathering.

20 min hands-on · serves 4 · about 260 calories per serving

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Prepare the beans and garlic for Garden Green Beans with Golden Garlic Butter
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Prepare the beans and garlic

Rinse the green beans and trim off the stem ends. Leave them whole or halve any especially long beans. Peel and finely mince the garlic.

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On the counter

  • Organic fresh green beans1 lb
  • Organic unsalted butter2 tbsp
  • Organic garlic3 medium cloves
  • Water1/2 cup
  • Fine sea salt1/4 tsp, plus more to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper1/8 tsp

Nutrition & balance

About 260 calories per person · serves 4

An estimate, not a nutrition label. Portions, ingredient brands and cooking methods affect the total.

To round out your plate

  • This is a richer dish; pair it with vegetables or fruit and choose a portion that suits you.

Ask a healthcare professional whether vitamin D, B12, iron or any supplement is appropriate for your diet and health needs; food is the first step. Choose organic ingredients when possible.

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