THYME GREEN BEANS WITH ALMONDS

2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed

2 tbsp butter

1 tbsp minced fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Place beans in a steamer basket. Place in a large saucepan over 1-inch water and bring to a boil. Cover and steam 1-12 minutes or until crisp tender.

In a large skillet, melt butter; add beams, thyme, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with almonds.

8 servings of 1 cup  

Per serving: 83 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated), 8 mg cholesterol, 183mg sodium, 8g carbs, 3g protein

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