Giada'S Sauteed Green Beans Recipe

Name: Giada'S Sauteed Green Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed; 2 tablespoons butter, unsalted; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 shallot, sliced thin; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1/4 cup white wine; 2 tablespoons fresh basil, sliced thin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Cook the green beans in a large pot of boiling water until just crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.
2
Drain and rinse with cold water, draining well.
3
melt butter and olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat.
4
Add shallots and garlic and saute until tender about 2 minutes.
5
add the tomatoes and cook till heated through, about 3 minutes.
6
Add the beans and cook until the juices have almost evaporated and the beans are almost tender, stirring often, about 10 minutes.
7
add the wine and basil and simmer another 2 minutes.
8
add salt and pepper - and can toss with fresh parmesan cheese.

217

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed, 2 tablespoons butter, unsalted, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 shallot, sliced thin, and more.

Yes, Giada'S Sauteed Green Beans falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Giada'S Sauteed Green Beans

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