Garlic Parmesan Green Beans
By Recipes Worth Cooking Test Kitchen

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: American

Description:
Quick green beans are sauteed until crisp-tender, then finished with garlic, Parmesan, lemon, and toasted crumbs for a reliable side dish.

Ingredients:
- 2.00 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1.00 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 1.00 Teaspoon lemon zest
- 3.00 Clove garlic
- 0.75 Teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.50 Teaspoon black pepper
- 0.33 Cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.33 Cup breadcrumbs
- 1.25 Pound green beans
- 3.00 Tablespoon water

Instructions:
<ol><li>Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.</li><li>Add the green beans, water, and salt. Cover and cook for 4 minutes, until bright green.</li><li>Uncover and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the water evaporates and the beans are crisp-tender.</li><li>Push the beans to one side. Add the remaining oil, garlic, and breadcrumbs and cook for 1 minute.</li><li>Toss everything together with Parmesan, lemon zest, lemon juice, and black pepper.</li><li>Serve immediately while the crumbs are still crisp.</li></ol>

Notes:
<ul><li>Use a wide skillet so the beans do not pile too deeply.</li><li>Panko gives the crispest crumbs.</li><li>If using frozen green beans, thaw and pat dry first.</li></ul>

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