Delicious Sweet Italian Green Beans Recipe

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Delicious Sweet Italian Green Beans Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on September 26, 2023

Enjoy the taste of sweet Italian green beans with this delicious and easy-to-follow recipe. This side dish is packed with flavors from garlic, onion, and Italian seasoning, and it's the perfect accompaniment to any main course. The beans are cooked until tender-crisp and tossed in a sweet and savory sauce that will leave you craving for more. This recipe is a must-try for green bean lovers and Italian cuisine enthusiasts.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and diced onion to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
  3. Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet and season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat the beans with the seasonings.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Cook the green beans for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender-crisp.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar and soy sauce until well combined.
  6. Pour the brown sugar and soy sauce mixture over the cooked green beans. Stir well to coat the beans evenly.
  7. Continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the beans.
  8. Remove from heat and transfer the sweet Italian green beans to a serving dish.
  9. Serve hot as a side dish with your favorite main course.

Interesting Facts

  • Green beans are a great source of vitamins A and C, as well as dietary fiber.
  • Italian seasoning typically consists of a blend of dried herbs such as basil, oregano, thyme, and rosemary.
  • The combination of brown sugar and soy sauce in this recipe creates a perfect balance of sweetness and umami flavors.
  • Green beans are also known as snap beans or string beans.