Directions
Start by preparing your produce. Wash the green beans and trim the tough stem ends off each side.
Melt half of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. The pan is ready when the butter is shimmering.
Add the ground beef to the hot skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula.
Season with salt and pepper and cook until fully browned and crumbled, about 6-8 minutes.
Drain any excess grease if desired.
Reduce the heat to medium.
Add the remaining butter and the trimmed green beans to the pan.
Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender-crisp.
Stir everything together to combine, allowing the flavors to meld.
Serve hot, garnished with a generous dollop of sour cream.
Add a teaspoon of garlic powder or two cloves of minced fresh garlic with the ground beef for an extra aromatic kick.
Don't overcrowd the pan. Use a large skillet to ensure the beef browns properly and the green beans get a nice sear rather than steaming.
