I know what you’re thinking. Green beans aren’t that exciting. Well, I hate to break it to you, but you’re wrong. These green beans are exciting. In fact, often times they’re my favorite part of the meal. Unless, of course, they are served alongside these mashed potatoes. I’d probably choose the potatoes just because puddles of melted butter scream my name in the night. TMI? Okay, I’ll stop.
I discovered these green beans a long time ago, and it only recently dawned on me that I have yet to share them with you. Whoops! And while green bean season is on its way out in many parts of our country, but if you can grab some last-minute fresh beans, try this recipe! This makes light, crispy green beans that pop with a sweet roasted flavor. Feeling adventurous? Add a clove or two of sliced garlic during the last 10 minutes of cooking!
This recipe from Cook's Illustrated is one of my favorites! It's the only way I eat green beans and my love for this recipe is the reason I grow as many beans as I do. :)
Ingredients
Instructions
- Adjust oven rack to middle position; heat oven to 450 degrees. Line rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil; spread beans on baking sheet. Drizzle with oil; using hands, toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle with 1/4-1/2 teaspoon salt, toss to coat, and distribute in even layer. Roast 10 minutes.
- Remove baking sheet from oven. Using tongs, redistribute beans. Continue roasting until beans are dark golden brown in spots and have started to shrivel, 10 to 12 minutes longer.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, transfer to serving bowl, and serve.
9 responses so far ↓
1 Deena @ stay at home FOODIE // Oct 25, 2011 at 1:24 pm
I love roasted vegetables! I never thought of roasting green beans, but why not. They look delicious, and anything roasted is amazing.
2 LeAnn // Oct 25, 2011 at 2:19 pm
Oooh these look great, I’ve never thought of roasting green beans either. And btw, I do think green beans are exciting.
3 Jennifer @ Mother Thyme // Oct 25, 2011 at 9:55 pm
LOVE this recipe! I have a bunch of green beans that I froze from this summer and as many variations I have made with green beans, I have never roasted them. Looking forward to trying!
4 Carrie // Oct 26, 2011 at 5:54 am
I’ve never tried roasting green beans before, but these pictures convinced me to try them that way next time! They look awesome.
5 The Dinner Belle for Kimberlybelle.com // Oct 26, 2011 at 11:47 am
In my family, we call these green bean french fries because you never eat just one! I love to squeeze lemon on at the last minute and just use the broiler for a quick roast.
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6 Lindsay @ Pinch of Yum // Oct 26, 2011 at 8:56 pm
I am seriously all about roasted vegetables. but green beans? I never would have thought! Looks delicious! Thanks for the good idea!
7 Nicole@HeatOvenTo350 // Oct 27, 2011 at 8:25 am
So easy, and they sound so good. I’d much rather have these at Thanksgiving than other green bean options. I’m keeping this one in mind.
8 Russell at Chasing Delicious // Oct 27, 2011 at 5:20 pm
Yum! I love green beans. You’ve got me craving a big plate of these guys.
9 Kim // Oct 28, 2011 at 9:49 am
I tried these and they were fabulous. Even better when drizzled with ahomemade balsamic vinaigrette or a carmalized shallot vin. What a fun new way to make green beans.
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