Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 lb green beans, (about 48 beans)
  • 1 med red bell pepper
  • 4 long chives
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
  • sea salt and pepper to taste

Instruction

  • Wash and trim the beans by snapping off the stem end. 
  • Divide the beans into 4 portions (about 12 beans each). Lay a long chive on your work surface and place one portion of beans and three red pepper strips across it. Wrap the chive around the bundle and carefully tie a knot to secure it.
  • Bring 1 inch of water to a boil in a large pan with a steamer basket. Steam the bundles for 3 - 5 minutes or until tender-crisp. 
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a small skillet. Add the minced garlic and swirl just until the butter browns, about 2 - 3 minutes. Add olive oil. 
  • Transfer green bean bundles to a serving platter and drizzle with the garlic butter. Serve immediately OR keep the steamed bundles warm in a low oven (225°F) for up to 20 minutes and add the warm garlic butter just before serving.