Best Italian Green Beans Recipe

Ingredients

• 5 cups chicken broth
• 1 1/2 pounds fresh green beans (washed and ends trimmed)
• 3 Tablespoons olive oil
• 2 medium cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs*
• 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot, bring the chicken broth...: In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil.

2. 2

   Add the green beans to the pot, making...: Add the green beans to the pot, making sure they’re all lined up in the same direction and tightly packed. This helps ensure that they cook evenly. Partially close the lid. Boil for 5 minutes.Drain the green beans into a colander and run them under cold water to halt the cooking process.

3. 3

   Bring the pot back to the stove and...: Bring the pot back to the stove and heat it on medium heat. When it’s hot, add the olive oil, garlic, oregano, parsley, basil, theme, chili flakes, and sea salt. Saute until garlic is aromatic, about 1 - 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the breadcrumbs and parmesan. Stir to mix....: Add the breadcrumbs and parmesan. Stir to mix. Saute until the breadcrumbs are toasted and the parmesan is melted into the breadcrumbs, stirring with a wooden spoon constantly to stop the breadcrumbs from sticking to the bottom.

5. 5

   Add the green beans back to the pot...: Add the green beans back to the pot and toss to combine. Saute for long enough to reheat the beans and serve warm.