Haricots Verts: What Is the Fancy Way of Saying Green Beans?
                                
                                
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                                Over 130 varieties of edible pod beans exist, but one stands out on restaurant menus for its sophisticated flair: haricots verts. This French term is the fancy way of saying green beans, and its use signals a higher-end preparation for this classic vegetable.