How to Snap String Beans

1. Gather your materials:

- Fresh string beans

- A cutting board

- A sharp knife

2. Prepare your workspace:

- Place the cutting board on a stable surface.

3. Choose your string beans:

- Select fresh string beans that are firm, crisp, and have a bright green color.

4. Prepare the string beans:

- Rinse the string beans under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.

5. Start snapping:

- Hold one end of the string bean in one hand and the other end in your other hand.

- Bend the string bean in half using your fingers.

- The string bean will naturally snap at the point where the stem was attached.

- Discard the stem and repeat the process with the remaining string beans.

6. Continue until you have snapped all the string beans.

7. Optional step:

- Once all the string beans are snapped, you can trim off any remaining small stems at the ends of the beans. This step is optional but helps to ensure a uniform appearance.