Step 1

Snip the ends off green beans where the bean attached to the vine, if needed.

Step 2

Prepare ice water bowl by combining cold water and a couple of cups of ice in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of water to boil and drop beans in it. Boil them for about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Take haricots verts out of the hot water and immediately into the ice water.

Step 5

After they have cooled, take them out onto a clean towel to pat dry.

Step 6

Preheat a large cooking pan over medium heat and add butter. Let butter melt.

Step 7

Once butter is melted, add pressed garlic and sauté for just a few seconds.

Step 8

Add blanched haricots verts, season with salt and pepper, and mix well.

Step 9

Sauté them for just a few of minutes, until they almost reach the desired doneness, and take them out of the pan.