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Savory String Beans
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds tender green beans
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 or 3 small garlic cloves, peeled
- Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh beans and fresh garlic are what make this side dish so good.
Why Try? This recipe is so simple, why wouldn’t you try it?
Foodie Byte: This dish can be made ahead, cooled in ice, drained, and set aside in a covered container for reheating later.
Preparation
- Melt butter and olive oil with the garlic
- Cook green beans in a large pot of boiling water until just tender, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Drain and toss with garlic butter and seasonings.
- Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information
Calories 74, Carbohydrates 8g, Cholesterol 5mg, Fat 4g, Fat Calories 39, Fiber 3g, Protein 2g, Saturated Fat 2g, Sodium 7mg. Daily Values: Calcium 44.36mg 4%, Phos 45.19mg 5%, Copper 0.08mg 4%, Zinc 0.29mg 2%, Panto 0.26mg 3%, Biotin 1.13mcg 377%, Magnesium 28.65mg 7%, Iron 1.2mg 7%, Vitamin B6 9%, Vitamin C 24%, Vitamin D 0%, Vit E-a-Toco 3%, Vitamin A 17%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.