GARLIC BUTTER SAUSAGES WITH LEMON GREEN BEANS

Preparation Time: 25 minutes

Difficulty Level: Easy

Ingredients:

• 4 Italian sausages
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
• Zest of 1 lemon
• Juice of half a lemon
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Cook Sausages:
   • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausages until browned and cooked through. This usually takes about 12-15 minutes. Set aside.
2. Garlic Butter Sauce:
   • In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
   • Add minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
3. Green Beans:
   • Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet. Cook and toss for about 5-7 minutes until they are crisp-tender and coated with the garlic butter mixture.
4. Combine with Sausages:
   • Slice the cooked sausages into bite-sized pieces and add them back to the skillet with the green beans.
   • Toss everything together to coat the sausages and green beans in the garlic butter sauce.
5. Lemon Zest and Juice:
   • Sprinkle lemon zest over the sausages and green beans. Squeeze the juice of half a lemon into the skillet.
   • Toss again to combine and let it cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Garnish and Serve:
   • Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of freshness and color.
7. Enjoy!
   • Serve the Garlic Butter Sausages with Lemon Green Beans hot, and savor the delightful combination of savory sausages, garlic butter, and vibrant lemon-infused green beans.

Nutrition Information:

(Per Serving – Serves 4)

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 18g
• Carbohydrates: 15g
• Fat: 35g
• Fiber: 6g

Note: Nutrition values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes. Adjust quantities to meet your dietary preferences.