Savory Braised Green Beans With Red Bell Pepper And Walnuts Recipes

SAVORY GREEN BEANS

Steps:

• In a nonstick skillet melt the butter and then add the chopped onion and the chopped garlic. Cook on medium heat until the onion gets tender and clear.
• Add the green beans and don't forget to stir frequently. Let everything cook for 1 or 2 minutes.
• Add the chicken broth and the lemon juice, let it boil and then reduce heat.
• Let it simmer for 4 to 5 minutes or until you see the green beans are crisp.

BRAISED GREEN BEANS

Steps:

• In a heavy saucepan, cook onion in butter over medium low heat until golden Add beans, rosemary and broth.
• Cover aand cook over medium heat until beans are tender.
• Remove cover, add olives and cook until liquid is gone.
• Season and serve.

GREEN BEANS WITH ROASTED RED BELL PEPPERS

Steps:

• Place a steamer insert in a large pot and add enough water to reach just below the insert. Place the pot over high heat, cover with a lid, and bring the water to a boil. Add the green beans and re-cover the pot, leaving the lid slightly ajar. Steam the beans for 3 to 5 minutes, or until they are crisp-tender. Drain them well.
• When the beans are almost done, place a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and garlic and cook for 1 minute, or until the garlic begins to soften. Add the bell peppers, followed by the green beans. Toss the mixture 1 to 2 minutes, or until it is warmed through. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
• Follow the directions above, except instead of cooking the beans in a steamer, add 3 tablespoons water and the green beans to a medium microwave-safe bowl or dish. Cover the dish with a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on high for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the beans are crisp-tender. Drain them well.
• Each (1-cup) serving has:
• Calories: 52
• Protein: 1g
• Carbohydrates: 10g
• Fat: 1g
• Trace Saturated Fat
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Fiber: 4g
• Sodium: 113mg

BRAISED GREEN BEANS

Steps:

• In a large skillet, bring chicken broth and garlic to a simmer over medium-high. Add green beans and thyme; cover and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, drizzle with olive oil, and serve with lemon slices.

SAUTEED GARLIC SCAPES (OR GREEN BEANS)WITH RED PEPPER & ALMONDS

Steps:

• Cover& cook scapes in a pot of boiling salted water until tender-crisp, about 2 minutes.
• Drain& chill under cold water, then drain well& pat dry.
• Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; cook scapes, peppers& seasoning, stirring occasionally, until softened- about 4 minutes.
• Stir in almonds.

SAVORY GREEN BEANS

Steps:

• Cook green beans as you normally would in a saucepan of boiling water. (usually take about 5 minutes). Drain beans in colander. When drained put beans in a bowl (with a little extra room for mixing).
• In a small bowl (seperate from the one the green beans are in) wisk all ingredients except for the olive oil. When all are mixed well pour olive oil in the bowl wisking continuously until the oil is well blended into the mixture.
• When the sauce is done pour over the beans, then "toss" the beans (salad tongs work the best). Being sure to evenly coat the beans.
• ~Happy Eatings.