Pecan Green Beans

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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 pounds 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

  1. 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.
     
  2. Meanwhile, saute pecans in butter in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until butter is lightly browned and pecans are toasted.
     
  3. Pour butter pecan mixture over green beans; sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and pepper, tossing gently to coat
     

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