Description
This Italian Green Beans recipe features tender green beans coated in a savory mixture of butter, garlic, Italian seasoning, bread crumbs, and Parmesan cheese. Quick to prepare, this side dish combines bright, crisp green beans with a golden, flavorful breadcrumb topping for a delightful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Green Beans
- 16 ounces fresh or frozen green beans, cleaned and trimmed
Breadcrumb Topping
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
Seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Breadcrumb Mixture: Melt the butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Once melted and hot, add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, bread crumbs, and Parmesan cheese. Stir the ingredients together, making sure the bread crumbs are well coated with butter, and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until the mixture is golden brown and fragrant.
- Cook the Green Beans: Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil on the stovetop. Add the cleaned and trimmed green beans to the boiling water. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the green beans are fork-tender but still crisp and retain their bright green color.
- Combine and Toss: Drain the green beans in a colander and immediately transfer them to the skillet with the breadcrumb mixture. Toss thoroughly so the green beans are evenly coated with the buttery breadcrumbs and Parmesan.
- Season and Serve: Season the coated green beans with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately as a flavorful and elegant side dish.
Notes
- For a crunchier topping, use fresh bread crumbs rather than pre-packaged ones.
- Frozen green beans can be used if fresh are not available; just ensure they are thoroughly drained after boiling.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving for a bright, fresh finish.
- Sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese on top for a richer taste.
- To make it gluten-free, substitute the bread crumbs with gluten-free crumbs or crushed nuts.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
