Best 3 Fancy Green And Yellow Beans Recipes

Green and yellow beans are two of the most versatile and flavorful vegetables available. They can be cooked in a variety of ways, from simple sautéing to more complex recipes. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy side dish or a more elaborate main course, there's a green and yellow bean recipe out there that's perfect for you. In this article, we'll share some of the best recipes for cooking green and yellow beans, so you can enjoy these delicious vegetables all year long.

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FANCY GREEN BEANS

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What a treat for green beans! You'll love the sweet-salty sauce, nutty taste of cashews and sprinkling of bacon. Kelly Waller - Madison, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
2 bacon strips, diced
2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/2 cup sliced sweet red pepper
1 small onion, cut into thin wedges
1/2 cup salted whole cashews
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook for 4-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately place beans in ice water. Drain and pat dry., In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the teriyaki sauce, honey and butter. Saute pepper and onion in drippings until tender. Add the beans, teriyaki mixture, bacon, cashews and lemon juice; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 278mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

THOSE "FANCY SCHMANCY" GREEN BEANS

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Make and share this Those "Fancy Schmancy" Green Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Malriah

Categories Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 lb fresh green beans (or frozen)
2 ounces prosciutto, chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup vegetable broth
salt and pepper

Steps:

Combine olive oil and garlic in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add prosciutto and cook for 3 minutes.
Add green beans and continue cooking for 2 minutes.
Add broth, lower heat and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until beans are cooked to desired tenderness.
Add salt and pepper to taste.

FANCY GREEN BEANS

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These are great when you don't want plain old green beans. Modified from the original recipe from Paula Deen.

Provided by Nimz_

Categories Greens

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon butter (melted)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 lbs fresh green beans, preferably thin ones, trimmed
2 slices bacon
1/4 cup yellow pepper, cut into strips (about 1/4 of a pepper)
1/4 cup red pepper, cut into strips (about 1/4 of a pepper)
1/2 cup thin sliced onion
2 garlic cloves
1/2 cup whole cashews
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

Teriyaki-Honey Sauce:.
In a small bowl, stir together the teriyaki suace, honey and melted butter.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
Drop in the beans and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the beans are bright green.
Drain the beans in a colander, then plunge them into ice water.
Drain again and set aside.
In a skillet, cook the bacon until very crisp.
Crumble and set aside.
Saute the peppers, onion and garlic in the hot bacon fat for 2-3 minutes.
Add the beans, cashews and bacon to the skillet and heat through.
Add the teriyaki-honey sauce and toss gently.
Add the lemon juice and toss again.
Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.6, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 387.4, Carbohydrate 18.6, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 6.8, Protein 5.4

Tips:

Choose fresh, young green beans and yellow wax beans. Look for beans that are bright green or yellow, with no blemishes or bruises. The beans should also be firm and snap easily when you break them.
Trim the beans before cooking. Remove the ends of the beans and any strings that run along the sides.
Blanch the beans before stir-frying or sautéing. 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 beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender. Immediately transfer the beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
Use a variety of cooking methods. Green and yellow beans can be stir-fried, sautéed, roasted, grilled, or steamed. Each cooking method will produce a different flavor and texture, so experiment until you find your favorite way to cook them.
Add flavor with herbs, spices, and sauces. Green and yellow beans are a blank canvas for flavor, so feel free to experiment with different herbs, spices, and sauces. Some popular options include garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and lemon juice.

Conclusion:

Green and yellow beans are a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, and they are also low in calories. With so many different ways to cook them, green and yellow beans are a great addition to any meal.