If you have fresh green beans, there is no need to throw them away. You can easily clean them by following these simple steps:

  1. Cut the beans in half and remove the stem.
  2. Soak the beans in a bowl of water for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  3. Drain the beans and rinse them with cold water.
  4. Place the beans in a colander and rinse them with cold water again.
  5. Place the beans in a saucepan and cover them with cold water. Bring the water to a boil and then reduce it to a simmer, cooking the beans until they are soft, about 10 minutes.
  6. Drain the beans again and place them in an oven-safe dish or container that has been sprayed with cooking spray or covered with foil.
  7. Let the beans cool slightly before serving ..