“Braised French Green Beans with Garlic and Mushrooms”

Well, the Thanksgiving Day countdown is under way. Do you have all your side dishes figured out? Need a green vegetable recipe that’s easy to make and can be prepped the night before the big show? If you love green beans especially the little french ones called Haricot Verts then try my Braised French Green Beans with Garlic and Mushrooms. Tasty, simple and a no-brainer for any culinary skill level. By the way, omit the mushrooms if you will have ‘shroom haters in attendance. Mushrooms are sliced large enough to pick out but why have someone go through the hassle. No struggles, just darn good food to be had by all.

Braised French Green Beans with Garlic and Mushrooms

Thanksgiving meal prep can be a daunting task for anyone no matter how long you’ve been cooking. It’s the amount of food to be prepared and the number of people you’re cooking for. You always ask yourself, “Am I making enough? or What if someone brings a guest? Will my friends and family like everything I make?” I know you can make yourself crazy and Thanksgiving has not arrived yet. So make this simple green vegetable dish and stop worrying. I’m sitting here right now figuring out which dressing to bring to my friend’s house this year. Imagine that?

Braised French Green Beans with Garlic and Mushrooms

The night before start prepping the Braised French Green Beans with Garlic and Mushrooms. First, slice your mushrooms, mince your garlic and shallot. Place in a small container then wash and clean green beans, storing them in a Ziploc bag. Second, make sure your butter, Olive oil and beef broth are easy to find. This recipe is now right at your finger tips and can be one of the last dishes to be cooked. Third, the beans braise for 30 minutes or until tender. Just check about halfway through cooking to make sure enough broth remains, adding more if necessary. Garlic and shallots are a fab combination and smell divine. Add in mushrooms, sauteing until water is released and stir in beans and broth. Heat to boil and reduce heat to low simmer. Viola! One delicious side dish will be coming to your table.

Braised French Green Beans with Garlic and Mushrooms

I enjoy green beans anytime and I believe you’ll enjoy this recipe as much. Easily adjust to feed any size crowd as this recipe makes 4 servings. Like I said Thanksgiving is for celebrating friends and family, counting our blessings and remembering those unable to be present. Some stress in unavoidable but let’s minimize if we can so you can enjoy your day. Have a Blessed and Happy Thanksgiving!

Braised French Green Beans with Garlic and Mushrooms

Braised French Green Beans with Garlic and Mushrooms

2 T. butter

1 T. Olive oil

1 cup sliced white mushrooms

1 large garlic clove, minced

1 T. minced shallot

12 oz. French green beans (Haricot Verts)

2/3 cup beef broth

Salt and pepper to taste

In a large saucepan, heat butter and oil over medium-high heat. Add in mushrooms and sauté for 5 minutes.

Stir in garlic and shallot, cooking until opaque and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

Add in green beans and beef broth, stirring until combined.

Cover and reduce heat to low simmer. Cook for 30 minutes or until beans are tender. Check broth level halfway through cooking to ensure beans are not dry.

Serve hot.