Roasted Green Beans with Garlic and Parmesan

Method9 steps · about 19 min

1. 1

   Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F / 220°C.

2. 2

   Step 2: Trim the ends from the washed and dried green beans (1–2 lb).

   Uses 1–2 lb fresh green beans, washed and dried

3. 3

   Step 3: Put the trimmed green beans in a bowl.

   Uses trimmed green beans

4. 4

   Step 4: Drizzle the beans with just enough olive oil to lightly coat them.

   Uses bowl of trimmed green beans · olive oil

5. 5

   Step 5: Toss with 2–3 minced garlic cloves and a few dashes of sea salt.

   Uses lightly oiled green beans · 2-3 cloves garlic · Sea salt, a few dashes to taste

6. 6

   Step 6: Spread the beans in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with baking parchment rated for 425°F, or use a bare metal sheet.

   Uses garlic-seasoned green beans

7. 7

   Step 7: Roast for 12–14 minutes, tossing halfway through, until tender but slightly crisp.

   Roast green beans · 14 minUses tray-arranged seasoned beans

8. 8

   Step 8: Sprinkle with grated Parmesan and red-pepper flakes to taste.

   Uses roasted green beans · parmesan cheese (grated) · red pepper flakes

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   Step 9: Serve immediately.

   Uses finished roasted green beans