Learn four different ways to cook Haricot Verts, the thin French green bean. It makes a great side dish for just about any dinner.Choose the method below that is right for you.
Place a non-stick skillet (that has a lid!!) over medium heat. Let the skillet warm for a minute.
Add 2 tablespoon water, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil and 12-16 oz. of prepared haricot verts.
Cover the pan and let the beans steam for about 4-5 minutes, shaking the pan every so often.
Remove the lid, sprinkle in kosher salt and black pepper to taste. Serve warm, optionally with a pat of butter on top.
Steam Basket
Place a skillet (choose one that has a lid) over medium heat. Pour in about ½ cup of water, then add the steam basket.
Place the prepared 12-16 oz. French green beans to the steam basket. Cover and steam for about 5 minutes.
Remove the lid and season with kosher salt and pepper. Serve warm with butter or extra virgin olive oil.
Oven Roasted
Preheat the oven to 375°. Grab a large rimmed baking sheet.
Place the 12-16 oz. prepared haricot verts on the baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil and sprinkle with kosher salt. Toss with clean hands or tongs.
Roast in the oven for about 8 minutes.
Season with cracked black pepper and serve warm!
Skillet Sauté
Pour 2 tablespoon olive oil to a non-stick, cast iron or stainless steel pan over medium-high heat.
Once the pan is hot add the 12-16 oz. prepared haricot verts. Sauté in the pan, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.
Season with kosher salt, black pepper and butter. Serve warm.