Fresh minted green beans
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- Prep Time5 min
- Total Time5 min
- Makes6 to 8 servings
Ingredients
750 g green beans
1 tbsp butter, at room temperature
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves
2 tbsp slivered toasted almonds, optional
Instructions
Bring a large saucepan with 2 inches (5 cm) water to a boil. Meanwhile, trim ends from beans. Slip beans into boiling water and boil, uncovered, over high heat until bright green and tender-crisp, from 5 to 6 minutes. Drain water, then return beans to saucepan. Stir in butter, salt and pepper. Stir over medium heat until butter coats beans. Stir in mint. Turn into a serving dish. Sprinkle with almonds, if using, and serve.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories 44, Protein 1.5g, Carbohydrates 6g, Fat 2.1g, Fibre 1.9g, Sodium 267mg.
Sprightly mint enhances the crisp clean taste of green beans.
Make ahead
Cook beans in boiling water for 4 minutes. Drain. Place in a large bowl of ice water. When cool, wrap in paper towels, place in a plastic bag and seal. Refrigerate up to 2 days. To reheat, place beans and butter in a large frying pan set over medium heat. Stir constantly until hot, from 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in salt, pepper, mint and almonds, if using.
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