The Best Way to Freeze Green Beans

Step 1

Rinse the green beans in a colander under cool water.

Step 2

Trim the stems ends off the beans. You can either break the ends off one at a time using your fingers or line up a handful of beans and cut the stems off at once with a knife.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil and add the green beans. Boil until bright green and just tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to an ice-water bath. Once the beans are completely cool, drain and pat dry with a kitchen towel or paper towels.

Step 4

Spread the green beans in a single layer on a parchment paper or silicone baking sheet-lined baking sheet, and freeze.

Step 5

Once the beans are frozen, transfer them to a freezer bag, and return to freezer for up to 3 months.