I love all the potential a bag of fresh green beans has to offer. They’re so bright and crunchy and have promise in an array of dishes—they’re delicious as a standalone side and just as good ...

Green beans are a great staple to have around for weeknight meals. If you want to preserve them for as long as possible, ...

Whether you purchased your green beans at the store or farmers' market, or grew them yourself, knowing how to store them so they’re fresh, not soggy, when you’re ready to use them is important.

Green beans can be canned, frozen or dehydrated. Frozen green beans will give you the least nutrient loss, are low in sodium and have the “freshest” flavor. To freeze at home, blanch green ...

1. Pick green beans that are at peak flavor and texture When freezing green beans, you want to use ones that are at peak flavor and texture. “The green beans should be firm to the touch and the ...

A cup of raw green beans contains 34 calories, 2 grams of sugar and is full of fiber (15 percent of your daily needs). It also is an excellent source of vitamin K and vitamin C and a good source ...

To blanch green beans, fill a large pot of water, set over high heat, and bring it to a boil. Salt the water (per quart of water, estimate a tablespoon of kosher salt), which will bring the green ...