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Garlicky Green Beans

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Sometimes it's the simplest of dishes that are the most memorable. This is our absolute favourite way to cook green beans - steamed in a splash of water, then richly flavoured directly in the frypan. It only takes 10 minutes, but delivers restaurant-quality vibes.

The classic flavours of garlic, lemon and thyme make these beans shine, but also ensure they pair well with most mains. You can use this same method to cook broccolini, thinly sliced carrots, or snow peas.

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Harriet Henry
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Ingredients 8

2 serves
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300 g green beans, tops trimmed

1⁄2 cup water

salt, to taste

2 tbsp butter

2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

2 sprigs thyme

pepper, to taste

1 lemon, juiced

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Nutritionper serving
Calories157 kcal
Fat11g
Carbohydrates9g
Protein3g
Fiber6g
Nutrition information is estimated based on the ingredients in this recipe. It isn't a substitute for a professional nutritionist's advice.

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Step 1

Start by cutting the top off the and thinly slicing the .

Step 2

In a small fry pan put 1/2 a cup of and a big pinch of salt and bring to the boil. Add the , cover with a lid and let simmer for a minute or two, until the beans are bright green.

Step 3

Remove the lis and let some of the liquid evaporate, then add the slices, , , pepper and cook until the beans are perfectly tender.

Step 4

Squeeze over some and sprinkle with extra salt and serve.

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Sorry for the terrible photo (I had eaten most of them!). Loved them! Super delicious and zingy.
Sorry for the terrible photo (I had eaten most of them!). Loved them! Super delicious and zingy.