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.

Muhammad Fawad
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I'm not a huge fan of green beans, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The pecans and dressing really make them special. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.


Faheem Baloch
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I made these green beans for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They're easy to make and the ingredients are affordable. I'll definitely be making them again.


Madhav Banjade
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These green beans are delicious! I love the combination of the pecans and the dressing. I've made them several times and they're always a hit.


abdo mohamed
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I'm not a huge fan of green beans, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The pecans and dressing really make them special. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.


El Mazoni
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I made these green beans for a potluck and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. They're easy to make and the ingredients are affordable. I'll definitely be making them again.


Amna Shabhir
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These green beans are the best! I've made them several times and they're always a hit. The pecans add a nice crunch and the dressing is flavorful but not too heavy. I highly recommend this recipe!


Rana Bhai Rana
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I'm not a huge fan of green beans, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The pecans and dressing really make them special. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.


Alghazi bus body
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I made these green beans for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They're easy to make and the ingredients are affordable. I'll definitely be making them again.


Usama Nawaz
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These green beans are delicious! I love the combination of the pecans and the dressing. I've made them several times and they're always a hit.


Khan jaan
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I'm not a huge fan of green beans, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The pecans and dressing really make them special. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.


DEBU SARKER
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I made these green beans for a potluck and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. They're easy to make and the ingredients are affordable. I'll definitely be making them again.


Pranab Das
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These green beans are the best! I've made them several times and they're always a hit. The pecans add a nice crunch and the dressing is flavorful but not too heavy. I highly recommend this recipe!


Saddam Hosian
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I'm not a huge fan of green beans, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The pecans and dressing really make them special. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.


Mogale Daniel
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I made these green beans for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They're easy to make and the ingredients are affordable. I'll definitely be making them again.


Reginald Blakey
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These green beans are delicious! I love the combination of the pecans and the dressing. I've made them several times and they're always a hit.


Zero Situation
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I'm not a huge fan of green beans, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The pecans and dressing really make them special. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.


Kamal Dhungel
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I made these green beans for a potluck and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. They're easy to make and the ingredients are affordable. I'll definitely be making them again.


Gullu Boy
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These green beans are the best! I've made them several times and they're always a hit. The pecans add a nice crunch and the dressing is flavorful but not too heavy. I highly recommend this recipe!