Best 7 Basque String Green Beans Recipes

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Basque string green beans, also known as "bajocas", are a unique and tasty variety of green beans that originated in the Basque region of Spain. They are characterized by their long, slender shape, vibrant green color, and slightly sweet flavor. Basque string green beans are highly nutritious, containing an abundance of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. With their distinct flavor and versatility, these beans can be enjoyed in a variety of dishes and cooking methods. Whether you prefer them sautéed, roasted, or added to salads and stews, Basque string green beans will bring a pop of color and flavor to your meals. In this article, we will explore the best recipes for cooking Basque string green beans, highlighting their unique qualities and showcasing the diverse culinary possibilities they offer.

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BASQUE STRING / GREEN BEANS



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Make and share this Basque String / Green Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by littlebasque

Categories     Low Protein

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb fresh green beans or 1 lb frozen green beans
1 small onion, sliced thinly
2 garlic cloves
3 -4 slices bacon, diced
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook bacon until crisp; remove from skillet. Add onion and garlic to o1 tablespoon bacon drippings. Cook until tender on low heat.
  • In a saucepan, combined tomato sauce, onion, garlic, and bacon; bring to a boil. Add drained string beans and simmer for about 15 minutes. Season to taste.
  • If using fresh or frozen beans, cook until tender.

FRENCH STRING BEANS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound French string beans, both ends removed
Kosher salt
1 red onion, large- diced
1/2 red bell pepper, large diced
1/2 yellow bell pepper, large diced
Good olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Blanch the string beans in a large pot of boiling salted water for just 4 minutes. Drain immediately and immerse in a large bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. When they are cool, drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl toss the onion and bell peppers together with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Place in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for about 15 minutes, tossing with a spatula from time to time to be sure the vegetables roast evenly.
  • Just before serving, reheat the string beans in a large saute pan drizzled with a little olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and arrange on a platter. Spoon the roasted vegetables over the string beans and serve hot or at room temperature.

STRING BEANS WITH GARLIC



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 17m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 pounds French string beans (haricots verts), both ends removed
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon good olive oil
2 to 3 garlic cloves, sliced
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Blanch the string beans in a large pot of boiling salted water for just 1 1/2 minutes. Drain immediately and immerse in a large bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. When they are cool, drain and set aside.
  • Heat the butter and olive oil in a very large saute pan over medium heat and cook the garlic for 1 to 2 minutes, tossing occasionally, until lightly browned. Add the string beans, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss together. Reheat the string beans and serve.

SAUTEED STRING BEANS



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Tired of regular or canned string beans? Here's an easy way to flavor up those veggies! Even my string bean hating roommate loves these!

Provided by LISFALLS

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and snapped
garlic salt to taste
garlic powder to taste
ground black pepper to taste
dried minced onion
1 (16 ounce) jar marinated cocktail onions, with liquid

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Reduce heat to medium, and place beans in the wok. Cover, and cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with garlic salt, garlic powder, pepper, and minced onion. When beans are almost tender, mix in cocktail onions with liquid. Continue cooking 5 minutes, until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 510.6 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

BASQUE POTATO AND GREEN BEAN SOUP WITH GARLIC



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Provided by Susan Herrmann Loomis

Categories     soups and stews, appetizer

Time 45m

Yield Six servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch cubes
Kosher salt
6 cups water
1 pound green beans, trimmed, cut on the slant into 2-inch lengths
6 tablespoons olive oil
6 large cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes, one tablespoon of salt and the water in a large saucepan over medium-high heat, cover and bring to a boil. Cook until the potatoes are nearly soft through, about 15 minutes. Add the green beans and cook, uncovered, until they start to turn tender and lose their bright green color, about 15 minutes.
  • While the beans and potatoes are cooking, heat the olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. When the oil is hot but not smoking, add the sliced garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until it turns golden brown, about five to eight minutes. Remove from the heat and reserve.
  • When the beans and potatoes are cooked, add the garlic and olive oil to the soup and stir. Season to taste with salt and pepper, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 243, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 1037 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

BASIC BASQUE BEANS



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This recipe comes out of one my Basque cook books called The Basque Table, great book. I have cooked these beans for very large dinners (up to 70 people) always a winner. I have made a few changes. If you are preparing beans as a side dish, soup bones or morrow bones will suffice for flavor, I use ham hocks if I have them if not soup bones will work. But for a main course, you may want to add meat to the pot. Bacon or chorizo or even hamburger will work. If using hamburger, sauté first. *Research in recent years by the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture shows that a simple procedure in preparation will eliminate 80% of the gas caused in eating beans. Complex sugars are that element and can be dissolved out in the soaking water by following this method. 1. Add the washed beans to a large pot with at least 3 times as much boiling water. 2. Boil 2 minutes without a lid 3. Remove from fire, cover and let stand 1 hour. 4. Discard water and add fresh cold water to cook.

Provided by littlebasque

Categories     Beans

Time 2h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups dried beans
2 large onions, chopped
5 large garlic cloves
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
2 sprigs parsley
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
salt & pepper
cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Wash and pick over beans to discard any stone or other debris. After preliminary preparation, add fresh cold water (hot water toughens them) to about 2 inches above beans.
  • Add soup bones or ham hocks. Bring to a boil and skim off the foam that forms. After beans have simmered covered for about 45 minutes, and are beginning to soften, add the rest of the ingredients. (If onion or salt is added in the beginning, the beans may toughen).
  • Continue cooking for about 45 minutes, or until beans are very tender. Adjust seasoning to taste.

SPANISH STRING BEANS



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I always plant green beans in my garden because they're so easy to grow. I found this recipe years ago and have made it often. It's so simple to prepare.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 pound green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 bay leaf
2 whole cloves

Steps:

  • Place beans in a saucepan and cover with water; cook for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute onion and green pepper in butter until tender. Stir in tomatoes, sugar, salt, bay leaf and cloves; simmer for 10 minutes. Drain beans; add to tomato mixture. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until heated through. Discard bay leaf and cloves.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh string beans. If you're using frozen beans, be sure to thaw them completely before cooking.
  • Trim the string beans by removing the ends. You can also remove the strings from the beans by running a knife along the seam of the bean.
  • To blanch the string beans, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the string beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender. Immediately transfer the string beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • You can cook the string beans in a variety of ways. You can sauté them in olive oil, roast them in the oven, or steam them.
  • String beans are a great addition to salads, soups, and stews. They can also be served as a side dish.

Conclusion:

String beans are a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and they are also low in calories. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy side dish or a healthy addition to your favorite salad or soup, string beans are a great choice.

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