PEAK SEASON  Summer-Fall

PREP   Wash and trim off the tough ends of each green bean

STORE  Store in a reusable container or plastic bag in the refrigerator crisper for up to 7 days

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Cooking Methods

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‍BOIL  ‍

In a large pot of salted water, boil green beans for 2-5 minutes until bright green and tender

SAUTÉ  

‍On a medium-heat stove top, sauté green beans in olive oil or butter for 5-6 minutes until tender

STEAM  

‍Place green beans in steamer basket with 1-2 inches of water for 4-5 minutes until tender

STIR FRY  

‍Bring wok or pan to high heat and toss green beans for 1-3 minutes until tender and lightly charred

Complimentary Ingredients

Ingredients in bold are the most commonly paired with green beans

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HERBS 

basil, chives, cilantro, dill, marjoram, onions, parsley (flat leaf), rosemary, sage, shallots, tarragon, thyme

PRODUCE

carrots, corn, fennel, garlic, ginger, mushrooms, olives, potatoes, tomatoes

SALT

anchovies, bacon, capers, cheese (asiago, blue, feta, goat, parmesan), pancetta, prosciutto, soy sauce

ACID 

lemon juice, lime juice, vinaigrette, vinegar (red wine, rice wine, sherry, white wine), salt

SPICE 

cayenne, chile peppers, cumin, mustard seed, paprika (smokes, sweet), red pepper flakes

FAT 

butter, cream, oil (olive, peanut, sesame), yogurt

TEXTURE 

almonds, bread crumbs, peanuts, walnuts

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Common Flavor Combinations

green beans + anchovies + garlic + parmesan cheese + walnuts

green beans + mustard + prosciutto + vinaigrette + walnuts