green beans recipe

green beans recipe.**Garlic Parmesan Green Beans Recipe** **Ingredients:** - 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed - 2 tablespoons olive oil - 3 cloves garlic, minced - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese - Salt and pepper, to taste - Lemon wedges, for serving (optional) **Instructions:** 1. **Blanch the green beans:** Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until bright green and slightly tender. Drain the green beans and immediately plunge them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside. 2. **Sauté the garlic:** In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant. 3. **Add the green beans:** Add the blanched green beans to the skillet with the garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, or until the green beans are heated through and starting to blister in spots. 4. **Season with Parmesan:** Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the green beans and toss to coat evenly. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.