Pecan Green Beans
- SERVES
- 8
- COOK TIME
- 5 Min
You may think we're a little nutty when you find out that the secret to this favorite side dish is a crunchy and delicious ingredient... pecans! These Pecan Green Beans are a new twist on a veggie that's an old favorite!
What You'll Need
- 2 pound small fresh green beans
- 1 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
What to Do
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Wash beans; trim stem ends. Cook beans and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small amount of boiling water in a Dutch oven 4 to 5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain beans, and return to pan.
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Meanwhile, saute pecans in butter in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until butter is lightly browned and pecans are toasted.
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Pour butter pecan mixture over green beans; sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and pepper, tossing gently to coat