The perfect side elevates the entire meal, and while there are countless options, green beans consistently stand out as a crowd-pleaser ... Melt some butter in a large skillet until it darkens.

I like using a large Dutch oven or large pan for huge batches to ensure the green beans have enough space to simmer on the ...

Pour stock through a fine wire-mesh strainer set over a large bowl; discard solids. (You should have about 2 quarts of stock.) Set aside. Wipe Dutch oven clean. Make the green beans: Melt butter ...