String Beans with Garlic and Oil

About This Recipe

I was never a fan of string beans until I learned how to cook them properly. Now I love them. The trick is not to overcook them. This is a quick, healthy side dish for all you garlic lovers out there.

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh string beans (washed, ends trimmed)
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic (sliced thin)
• salt and fresh pepper

Instructions

1. Bring a large saucepan filled with 1 inch of water to a boil.
2. Lower a steamer basket filled with the green beans into it, tightly cover the pan, and steam for 4-5 minutes (don't overcook), until the beans are tender crisp. Drain.
3. In a saute pan heat olive oil. Add garlic and cook until golden.
4. Add string beans, salt and fresh pepper to taste and toss well.