Italian Style Green Beans

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Submitted by kelley on Thu, 06/30/2011 - 15:10
chef-K, Kids of All Ages

Italian Style Green Beans

 Serves 6

The trick to tasty green beans is to choose beans that are smaller, bright green and firm. Larger beans that are not firm will be stringy and tough. Make sure to cook them just until they are tender but still a little firm. 
 

Ingredients

1 lb green beans
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste (1/8 tsp of each to start)

Directions

1.     Break off ends of beans and rinse in cold water.
2.     Bring 3 quarts of water to a boil in a 4-5 quart pot.
3.     Add the beans and pour in additional water if the beans are not completely covered. Cook until tender but still firm, about 4–5 minutes. 
4.     Drain the beans and place in a serving bowl. 
5.     Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic, and salt and pepper. 
 
Nutrition: USDA permitted claim Low Calories, low saturated fat, cholesterol free, low sodium

Per serving: Calories 60, Total Fat 4.5g (7% DV), Saturated Fat 0.5g (2% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholesterol 0mg (0% DV), Sodium 55mg (2% DV), Carbohydrates 5g (2% DV), Dietary Fiber 2g (8% DV), Sugars 2g, Protein 1g, Vitamin A 10%, Vitamin C 15%, Calcium 2%, Iron 4%.