BRAISED GREEN BEANS
Braised Green Beans
Green beans how my mommy taught me…
Yield: 6-7 servings
PREP IT!
1 large Smoked turkey wing
Water to fill large 4-5 quart pot
To taste Salt (just enough so the water is flavored. The smoked turkey will also impart salt and smokiness - about 1 tablespoon or less)
To taste Black pepper, ground (use a lot - about 1 tablespoons or less)
3 pounds Green beans, cleaned and ends popped
MAKE IT!
In a large pot, over high heat, boil water with smoked turkey, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes until flavorful and broth has reduced by about half.
Add green beans to pot. Cover and allow green beans to braise until they are slightly softened, about 30 minutes or more.
Once green beans reach desired tenderness.
Remove the smoked turkey wing and tear the meat off the bone. Add smoked turkey meat back to the green beans.
Serve alongside your favorite dishes and Enjoy!
Tip I learned from my Mommy: Braising green beans in minimal liquid for about an hour will prevent the slimy mushy green beans we’ve all tasted before.
Food Scientist Tip: Also, by braising in minimal liquid, you keep more of the concentrated flavor and nutrients within the green beans. If you like a lot of that pot liquor (braising liquid), feel free to add more water.
Storage: In refrigerator in airtight container for up to 2 days. These also freeze really well!
Reheat: These can be reheated on the stove top or in the microwave.
