From Simply in Season by Mary Beth Lind and Cathleen Hockman-Wert
1 pound green beans (cut in 1-inch pieces) Cook in small amount of water until crisp-tender, about 5 to 10 minutes. Drain and add one of the options below.
Parsley-lemon option: In 1 Tbs. butter or oil lightly sauté 2 cloves minced garlic and 2 Tbs. finely chopped fresh parsley. Add the cooked beans, season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir gently and heat through. Sprinkle with the juice of 1 lemon and serve.
Mint option: In 1 Tbs. butter or oil sauté ¼ cup minced onion. Add 2 Tbs. minced fresh mint. Add cooked beans and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve.
Basil-tomato option: In 1 Tbs. oil sauté ¼ cup minced onion and 1 clove minced garlic. Add 2 Tbs. minced fresh basil, 1 cup chopped tomatoes and cooked green beans. Cover and cook about 5 minutes. Season to taste and serve.
Ham or bacon option: In 1Tbs. butter or oil sauté ¼ cup minced onion and 1 clove minced garlic (optional). Add ¼ cup cooked ham or bacon. Add cooked beans and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve.
Almond-Parmesan option: In 2 Tbs. olive oil sauté 2 cloves garlic and ¼ cup slivered almonds. Add cooked beans and season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with 2 Tbs. grated Parmesan cheese and serve.
