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The difference between a gorgeous, appealing bowl of green beans and an unsavory, mushy mess comes down to how they’re cooked. Learn how to blanch green beans and no one at the dinner table will ever ...

Green beans are a classic side dish … and we're not just talking about for Thanksgiving. Sure, it's easy to just steam them and call it a day, but then they often end up bland and a little mushy. We ...

Sautéing green beans allows you to add other ingredients for flavor while saving space in the oven. Blanching green beans before sautéing them can yield a nice vibrant green color and crisp texture.

Sautéing brings out green beans’ flavor while keeping them crisp and vibrant. Blanching first preserves color and texture, but it’s optional for busy cooks. A hot pan and good oil are the keys to ...

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A quick blanch and a bubbly batter turn fresh green beans into crispy, golden fried green beans with a shatteringly light ...

Before you start adding delicious, crunchy toppings to green bean casserole, you must learn how to handle the green beans themselves. It's long been argued whether frozen vegetables are as healthy as ...