Ellens Purple Green Beans Recipes

THE BEST GREEN BEANS EVER

Steps:

• Snap the stem ends of the green beans, or cut them off in a big bunch with a knife if you'd prefer.
• Melt the bacon grease in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and onions and cook for a minute. Then add the green beans and cook until the beans turn bright green, about a minute. Add the chicken broth, chopped red pepper, salt and pepper to taste. Turn the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid, leaving the lid cracked to allow steam to escape. Cook until the liquid evaporates and the beans are fairly soft, yet still a bit crisp, 20 to 30 minutes. You can add more chicken broth during the cooking process, but don't be afraid to let it all cook away so the onions and peppers can start to caramelize.

SAUTéED GREEN BEANS

Steps:

• Rinse and dry the green beans completely. Break or cut off the ends of each bean.
• Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Once heated add the green beans and cook for 6-7 minutes for thin green beans, or 8-9 minutes for thick green beans, stirring regularly until they begin to soften and brown slightly on the outside.
• Use a garlic press to press in the garlic. Then stir in the salt and pepper to taste and cook and additional 2 minutes. Remove from the heat.
• Garnish as desired and serve.

ELLEN'S PURPLE GREEN BEANS

Steps:

• 1. Wash beans thoroughly and drain. Place in a large saucepan with enough water to cover the beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low.
• 2. Add bacon, onion, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for 2 hours, making sure water covers beans and doesn't evaporate.