Fresh green beans are vibrant and flavorful and can be prepared and eaten in a variety of ways, including raw, steamed, ...

In summer, swap in fresh zucchini and green beans. No matter what you use, the trick is in the timing: Denser vegetables (squash, tubers) will need a head start, so you’ll steam them for about 8 ...

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Green beans should have a bright ... They are best eaten when young and tender. To tell how fresh they are, snap one in half. The ‘snap’ should be clean and clear. Don’t buy them if the ...

Whether roasted, steamed, sautéed or baked into a creamy ... shriveled or lumpy). Fresh green beans are best eaten within three to five days when stored in the refrigerator while frozen ones ...

Look for beans with fresh green skins and a firm texture with no ... or use a bean slicer to cut them into thin strips. Serve steamed or boiled and tossed with butter, or add them to minestrone ...