What Can I Add to Green Beans for Flavor?

The best way to cook green beans is to add butter, salt, and pepper after steaming. For more flavor, consider adding:

• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Crushed red pepper flakes
• Thyme
• Parsley
• Oregano
• Parmesan cheese

Serving Suggestions

Green beans make the ultimate side dish. Pair them with:

• Seafood: Healthy air fryer salmon, grilled swordfish, or lemon baked cod.
• Poultry: Oven roasted jerk chicken, crispy coconut chicken, or classic chicken Kiev.
• Meat: Steak, breaded pork chops, or Momma’s meatloaf.
• Other Veggies: Garlic bread roasted potatoes, honey roasted carrots, or stuffed bell peppers.

Storage and Reheating Instructions

Store any leftover green beans in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave in 30-second increments or on the stovetop with a bit of butter or olive oil over medium heat until warmed through.

Easy Baked Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

• PREP TIME: 10 minutes
• COOK TIME: 30 minutes
• TOTAL TIME: 40 minutes
• SERVINGS: 10 drumsticks

Ingredients

• 10 chicken drumsticks
• 5 tablespoons butter

Basic Chicken Rub:

• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet with nonstick spray. Arrange the drumsticks on the sheet.
2. In a small bowl, mix all the seasonings for the rub. Sprinkle evenly over the chicken, rubbing it under the skin if desired.
3. Place a 1/2 tablespoon dab of butter on the top of each drumstick.
4. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Flavor Variations

Cajun Spiced:

• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Zesty Tex-Mex:

• 2 limes juiced (about 1/4 cup)
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Flavors of India:

• 1 lemon juiced (about 1/4 cup)
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions for Flavor Variations:

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