Italian Green Beans
Tender frozen green beans cooked in one skillet with butter and Italian herbs, then finished with Parmesan and optional chili flakes.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds frozen green beans
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt plus more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper plus more to taste
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 pinch chili flakes optional
Instructions
- Add the frozen green beans and water to a large skillet.
- Cover and cook over medium heat for 6–8 minutes, stirring once or twice, until the beans are tender.
- Remove the lid and drain any water remaining in the skillet.
- Return the skillet to medium heat and add the butter and Italian seasoning.
- Stir for 1–2 minutes, until the butter melts and coats the beans evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Remove the skillet from the heat. Transfer the beans to a serving dish and top with Parmesan and chili flakes, if using. Serve warm.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently in a skillet over medium-low heat or in the microwave. Add a small pat of butter to refresh the flavor.
Serve alongside chicken, pork chops, steak, pasta, or meatballs, or add the beans to a holiday spread.
Chop leftover beans and fold them into an omelet or spoon them over a grain bowl.