Green Beans

Sriracha Orange Glazed Green Beans

Sriracha Orange Glazed Green Beans

Many of us are using sriracha sauce on a more frequent basis.  This recipe was found on the "Simply Recipes" web-site.  Elise Bauer deserves the credit for this easy and very tasty dish. Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Servings: 4 Ingredients: 3/4 pound to...

Brown-Butter Green Beans with Pecans

Brown-Butter Green Beans with Pecans

Ingredients: 1-3/4 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 cup pecan pieces Salt and pepper Directions: 1. Place beans in a large pot of boiling salted water and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. 2. Drain and rinse under cold water. 3. In...

Emeril’s Green Bean Salad

Emeril’s Green Bean Salad

Of course green beans are delicious just as they are, cooked till they reach that bright green color, and served with a little butter, salt and pepper.  But if you'd like to take it up a notch, try this salad recipe from famed chef Emeril Lagasse.  It's quick and...

Copycat PF Chang’s Spicy Green Beans

Copycat PF Chang’s Spicy Green Beans

This recipe was found on Pinterest.  If you're looking for a new way to serve your green beans, try this one! Ingredients: 1-2 pounds green beans, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces 2 green onions, chopped thinly 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes + 1/4 teaspoon 4 garlic...

Szechuan Green Beans

Szechuan Green Beans

Looking for some new ways to serve your green beans?  Try this one on your family! Ingredients: 1 pound green beans, washed and trimmed 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped 1 tablespoon ginger, chopped 2 scallions (spring onions, green onions), white parts only, thinly sliced...

Cheesy Green Beans and Cauliflower

Cheesy Green Beans and Cauliflower

Ingredients: 1 lb green beans 1 head or 1.5 lbs cauliflower 3/4 cup skim milk 2 cups low fat mozzarella cheese, shredded 2 tbsp whole wheat flour 2 tsp coconut oil 1 onion, finely chopped 8-10 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tsp paprika Salt and pepper to taste Directions:...

Chilean Quinoa Salad

Chilean Quinoa Salad

Ingredients: 2 cups water, divided use 1 cup sliced white onion 1/2 cup quinoa 1 cup sliced carrots 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 cup green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 cup defrosted frozen corn kernels (or 1 cup freshly cut corn off the cob) 2 cups cubed tomatoes...

Balsamic Green Bean Salad

Balsamic Green Bean Salad

Ingredients:  1 lb. green beans 1 cup cherry tomatoes 1/2 small red onion Feta cheese Dressing: 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar 2 Tbsp. lemon juice 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1-2 cloves garlic, minced Salt/pepper Directions: Make the dressing: in a small bowl, whisk together all...

Green Beans

Green Beans

Green beans are one of the few beans that can be eaten fresh. Green beans are often steamed, boiled, stir-fried, or baked in casseroles. When picked young, green beans are a wonderful source of vitamin K, fiber and folate.  And what may come as a surprise to some...