Basil Beans Recipe

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Since I grow lots of green beans and basil in my garden, this is a popular side dish in my home. These flavored beans round out a variety of meals.—Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

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  • 4 Servings
  • Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  • Place beans in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain.
  • Place beans in a serving dish. Add the basil, butter, salt and pepper. Toss until butter is melted and beans are evenly coated. Serve immediately. Yield: 4 servings.

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 cup) equals 56 calories, 3 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 8 mg cholesterol, 330 mg sodium, 7 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 2 g protein.

Basil Beans published in Taste of Home's Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook Annual 2003, p22

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