A handful of simple seasonings transform frozen green beans into a wonderful side dish with these Italian Green Beans.
Italian Green Beans
Italian green beans are also known as Romano beans. These bean pods are broader and flatter than the standard green bean. While the flavor is very similar, some people think that Romano beans have a more bean-like taste.
I have made this recipe with Italian green beans and with regular green beans. As pictured, it is with Romano beans. But, the truth is that I usually just grab whatever bag I happen to have on hand, and the flavor is great either way.
How to Cook Frozen Green Beans
A lot of us are in a rush, trying to put dinner on the table every night. And, so I have used more steamer bags of frozen veggies than I care to admit over the years. Well, this is the best way to cook frozen green beans that I’ve found.
You can use this method with regular frozen green beans or the Italian style green beans from the freezer section. Or, if you like, you can also use fresh green beans, and the results are still great!
Italian Green Beans Recipe
You’ll need the following ingredients to make this recipe:
- frozen Italian green beans
- olive oil and butter
- garlic
- Italian seasoning
- crushed red pepper flakes
- kosher salt and black pepper
- fresh Italian parsley
Start by steaming the green beans in the microwave according to package instructions. Then, combine the olive oil, garlic, Italian seasonings, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a skillet over medium heat.
Heat until fragrant, about 30 seconds, swirling the pan a couple of times as the spices warm. Then, add the green beans. Stir to coat them with the oil and spices.
Continue cooking for about 2 more minutes. Then, add a tablespoon of butter and stir to melt.
Sprinkle with parsley, or even parmesan cheese or toasted bread crumbs, and serve warm.
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Easy Italian Green Beans
Ingredients
- 12 ounces frozen Italian green beans steamed in microwave
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh Italian parsley finely chopped
Instructions
- Steam the green beans in the microwave according to package instructions.
- Combine the olive oil, garlic, Italian seasonings, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a skillet over medium heat. Heat until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Swirling the pan a couple of times as the spices warm.
- Add the green beans, stir to coat them with the spices and garlic, and continue cooking for about 2 more minutes. Add a tablespoon of butter and stir to melt. Sprinkle with parsley and serve warm.
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