Garlic Asparagus And Green Beans

Total Time: 10 mins Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 5 mins

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch sections
• 2 cups fresh green beans, snapped into 1-inch secions
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup baby carrots, strips (optional)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional)

Recipe

• 1 heat a heavy bottom saute` pan to medium high. add olive oil and swirl to coat pan. add asparagus, green beans (and carrots if using) and stir well to coat vegetables with oil. sprinkle in salt and pepper and add garlic. stir constantly 1-2 minutes until garlic is lightly browned. pour onto serving platter and add a splash of balsamic vinegar to finish if desired. can be served hot, room temp or cold.