Best 10 Buttery Pecan Green Beans Recipes

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Buttery pecan green beans are a classic side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be ready in just a few minutes. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to make the best buttery pecan green beans, as well as some tips and tricks for getting the perfect results.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

CLASSIC BUTTERED GREEN BEANS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Kosher salt
2 pounds green beans, trimmed
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 medium shallots, sliced
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Fill a large bowl with ice water; generously salt the water.
  • Add the green beans to the boiling water and cook until bright green and just tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Drain and transfer to the ice water to cool completely. Drain again and transfer to a paper towel-lined baking sheet; pat dry.
  • Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large wide pot over medium-high heat. Add the shallots, season with salt and cook, stirring, until slightly softened, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add the green beans to the pot; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until hot, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove from the heat and add 1 tablespoon water and the remaining 1 tablespoon butter; stir to coat.

BUTTERY GARLIC GREEN BEANS



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Only fresh green beans and garlic will do for this easy, healthy, and flavorful side dish.

Provided by LookWhatsCooking

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and snapped in half
3 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 pinches lemon pepper
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place green beans into a large skillet and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until beans start to soften, about 5 minutes. Drain water. Add butter to green beans; cook and stir until butter is melted, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Cook and stir garlic with green beans until garlic is tender and fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with lemon pepper and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 222.5 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

GREEN BEANS WITH BROWNED BUTTER



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Classic green beans get a special touch with browned butter, pecans and lemon peel.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

3/4 lb fresh green beans, cut in half
2 tablespoons butter (do not use margarine or vegetable oil spreads)
2 tablespoons chopped pecans
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, place beans in 1 inch of water. Heat to boiling. Boil uncovered 6 to 8 minutes or until crisp-tender (they shouldn't be "squeaky" when you bite into one); drain. Keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Be careful not to let butter burn or it will taste bitter. Stir in pecans. Heat, stirring constantly, until butter is golden brown. (If bottom of saucepan is dark, it may be difficult to see the difference between brown butter and burnt butter. Try spooning a little of the butter onto a white plate to see the color more clearly.) Immediately remove from heat. Pour butter mixture over beans; toss to coat. Sprinkle with lemon peel.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 30 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

BLUE CHEESE PECAN GREEN BEANS



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Make a delicious side dish with green beans and pecans - a tasty accompaniment to your dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

12 oz fresh green beans, trimmed
1/2 cup pecan halves
2 tablespoons butter (do not use margarine)
3 oz blue cheese, crumbled (3/4 cup)

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, place beans in 1 inch water. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 8 to 10 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender; drain. Place in serving bowl; cover to keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, cook pecans over medium heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently until nuts begin to brown, then stirring constantly until nuts are golden brown and toasted. Place in small bowl; reserve.
  • In same 1-quart saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Heat, stirring constantly about 6 minutes or until butter is golden brown. (Once the butter begins to brown, it browns very quickly and can bum, so use low heat and watch carefully.) Immediately remove from heat. Pour over beans; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese and reserved pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

GREEN BEANS WITH CARAMELIZED PECANS



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Provided by Gina Marie Miraglia Eriquez

Categories     Nut     Side     Sauté     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Pecan     Green Bean     Christmas Eve     Shallot     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup pecan halves and pieces (2 ounces)
2 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/3 cup shallot, finely chopped (about 2 medium)
3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F with rack in middle.
  • Spread out pecans on a rimmed sheet pan and bake in oven until pale golden on inside, about 6 to 8 minutes. Cool and coarsely chop.
  • Have ready a colander submerged in a large bowl of ice water. Cook beans in a 6- to 8-quart pot of well-salted boiling water, uncovered, until just tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Using a large slotted spoon and/or tongs, transfer beans to colander in ice water to stop cooking, then drain well and dry on towels.
  • Heat butter in a 12- to 14-inch deep heavy skillet (preferably straight-sided) over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then add shallot and cook, stirring until pale golden, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium and stir in sugar until almost dissolved, then cook pecans, stirring, 1 minute.
  • Add green beans, kosher salt, and pepper, and sauté beans, turning them with tongs, until heated through, 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a platter and serve.

GREEN BEANS WITH BROWN BUTTER AND PECANS



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The original of this recipe was found in Paula Deen's 2009 Christmas Cookbook! I've tweaked it some to better suit out taste!

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 lbs fresh green beans, rinsed, cut into 2-inch pieced
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • Steam beans for about 10 to 12 minutes or until just slightly crisp. Put the beans in a medium size serving bowl.
  • In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat, then cook until butter has browned.
  • Add pecans & cook for 2 to 3 minutes to toast the nuts.
  • Add butter mixture to green beans, tossing carefully to coat, then serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.2, Fat 13.3, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 24.4, Sodium 7, Carbohydrate 7.1, Fiber 3, Sugar 3.2, Protein 2.3

GREEN BEANS WITH PECANS



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I collect cookbooks from all over the world and love to try new recipes for my husband or for entertaining friends and family, which we love to do." Pecans, a splash of orange and maple syrup make this side dish something extra-special! -Sharon Delaney-Chronis, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon butter
1 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/8 teaspoon salt
BEANS:
1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
Dash cayenne pepper
1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
2/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon fresh sage or 1/4 teaspoon dried sage leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small heavy skillet, melt butter. Add pecans; cook over medium heat until toasted, about 4 minutes. Add syrup and salt; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until pecans are glossy. Spread on foil to cool., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute shallots in butter until tender; stir in the flour, orange zest and cayenne. Add the remaining ingredients; cover and cook for 5 minutes. Uncover; cook and stir 4-5 minutes longer or until beans are crisp-tender. Transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 195mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

BUTTERY PECAN GREEN BEANS



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Sidney loved these.

Provided by Kim Y

Categories     Green Bean Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (12 ounce) package frozen French-cut green beans (such as Kroger® Private Selection®, thawed
1 tablespoon butter
¼ cup pecan pieces
1 pinch salt, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil; add green beans, cover, and steam until tender, 2 to 6 minutes.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook pecans in melted butter until lightly browned; add green beans and stir to coat in butter. Season beans with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.1 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 23.8 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

GREEN BEANS WITH MAPLE-PECAN BUTTER



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Provided by Kent Rathbun

Categories     Mixer     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Thanksgiving     Pecan     Green Bean     Fall     Maple Syrup     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 pounds French green beans, trimmed
4 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon canola oil
1/2 cup (2 ounces) pecan halves
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/4 cup (2 ounces) maple syrup
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook beans in large pot of boiling salted water , uncovered, until crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Using large slotted spoon, transfer beans to colander set in bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking, then drain well. Return water to boil and repeat with remaining beans.
  • In small heavy skillet over moderate heat, heat 1 teaspoon oil until hot but not smoking. Add pecans and toast, stirring constantly, until light brown and fragrant, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In electric mixer fitted with paddle attachment, whip butter until smooth, about 1 to 2 minutes. Add maple syrup and pecans, stirring by hand to incorporate. Set aside.
  • In 10-inch skillet over moderately high heat, heat 2 tablespoons canola oil until hot but not smoking. Add half green beans and sauté until hot, about 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to large bowl and repeat with remaining beans and oil. Add maple-pecan butter and toss to combine. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

GREEN BEANS WITH CANDIED PECANS RECIPE



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The perfect side dish for any special dinner!

Provided by Momma Cyd

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds fresh green beans (trimmed)
1 cup chopped pecans
¼ cup brown sugar
2 Tablespoons butter
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Place green beans in a large pan of boiling water.
  • Place a colander in a large bowl of ice water; set aside.
  • Cook beans for 5 minutes and transfer to colander in ice water to stop cooking then drain well.
  • Place pecans and brown sugar in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
  • Stir continually until the sugar is completely melted and pecans are evenly coated in melted sugar.
  • Spread in an even layer on waxed paper until cool. Break apart into smaller pieces if necessary.
  • Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat, add beans and saute until heated through.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Place beans in a serving dish and top with candied pecans.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Sodium 34 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, crisp green beans. Look for beans that are bright green and snap when you bend them. Avoid beans that are wilted, yellowed, or have brown spots.
  • Trim the green beans. Remove the ends of the beans, where the stem was attached. You can also remove the strings from the beans, if desired. To do this, hold the bean at one end and pull the string down the side of the bean with your other hand.
  • Blanch the green beans. This will help to preserve their color and crispness. To blanch the beans, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender. Drain the beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Make the pecan topping. In a small bowl, combine the pecans, brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon. Stir until well combined.
  • Roast the green beans. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Spread the green beans in a single layer on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast the beans for 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly browned.
  • Add the pecan topping. Remove the green beans from the oven and sprinkle with the pecan topping. Serve immediately.

Conclusion:

Buttery Pecan Green Beans are a delicious and easy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with fresh green beans, pecans, brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon. The green beans are blanched and then roasted until they are tender and slightly browned. The pecan topping adds a sweet and crunchy touch. These green beans are sure to be a hit at your next gathering!

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