Pepper Parmesan Beans
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A colorful mixture of peppers and beans get the Italian treatment with basil and Parmesan cheese in this delightful vegetable dish.
SERVINGS: 8
CATEGORY: Lower Fat
METHOD: Other stovetop
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 15 min.
Ingredients:
- 1 large sweet red pepper, diced
- 1 small green pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 to 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Directions:
In a large skillet, saute the peppers, onion and garlic in oil until the vegetables are tender, about 3 minutes. Add the beans, basil and salt; toss to coat. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 7-8 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender. Stir in cheese; serve immediately. Yield: 8 servings.