Green beans and potatoes make for a delicious and classic combination in various culinary traditions

Green beans and potatoes make for a delicious and classic combination in various culinary traditions. Here’s a simple recipe for green beans and potatoes:

Ingredients:

• Fresh green beans, trimmed
• Potatoes, peeled and diced
• Olive oil or butter
• Garlic, minced (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Herbs (such as thyme or rosemary) for added flavor (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Vegetables:
   • Wash the green beans thoroughly and trim the ends.
   • Peel and dice the potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
2. Boil Potatoes:
   • Place the diced potatoes in a pot of salted water.
   • Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes until they are just tender but not mushy. This may take about 8-10 minutes, depending on the size of the potato pieces.
3. Blanch Green Beans:
   • In another pot, bring water to a boil and add a pinch of salt.
   • Add the trimmed green beans to the boiling water and cook for about 2-3 minutes or until they are bright green and slightly tender.
   • Immediately transfer the green beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. This helps retain their vibrant color.
4. Sautéing:
   • In a large skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat.
   • Add minced garlic if desired and sauté for a minute until fragrant.
5. Combine and Season:
   • Add the blanched green beans and boiled potatoes to the skillet.
   • Toss everything together to coat with the oil or butter.
   • Season with salt, pepper, and any herbs of your choice.
6. Cooking Together:

Allow the green beans and potatoes to cook together in the skillet for a few minutes until they are heated through and have absorbed the flavors.