Sauteed Garlic Green Beans

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh green beans
• 1 Tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 Tablespoons garlic (chopped)
• 1/3 cup chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. 1

   Clean: Wash and trim the ends of the green beans.

2. 2

   Satue: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Turn up th e heat and cook for another 30 seconds. Add the green beans and toss to coat. Cook for 2 minutes.

3. 3

   Simmer: Add the chicken (or vegetable) stock and cover the skillet. Cook 6 to 8 minutes until green beans are bright green and al dente.

4. 4

   Season: Uncover the skillet and add the salt and lemon juice. Cook until liquid evaporates and green beans are tender. Add a few cracks of black pepper and add additional salt if needed.