Herbed Green Beans Recipe

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“They are yummy warm or chilled, and they make a wonderful centerpiece for an antipasto tray!” Nanci Keatley - Salem, Oregon

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Herbed Green Beans Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Yield: 4 Servings

5 10 15

Ingredients

1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1 package (16 ounces) frozen cut green beans, thawed
2 tablespoons water
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

In a small saucepan, bring vinegar, oil, basil, oregano and garlic salt to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, place beans and water in a 1-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain.
Pour vinegar mixture over beans; sprinkle with almonds and Parmesan cheese. Toss to coat. Yield: 4 servings.

Editor's Note: This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Nutritional Facts 3/4 cup equals 232 calories, 19 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 4 mg cholesterol, 433 mg sodium, 11 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 5 g protein.

Originally published as Herbed Green Beans in Simple & Delicious November/December 2008, p27

How to Toast Nuts

Toasting nuts before using them in a recipe intensifies their flavor. Spread the nuts on a baking sheet and bake at 350° for 5 to 10 minutes or until lightly toasted. Be sure to watch them carefully so they don't burn.