FABULOUS GREEN BEANS

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My family loves this buttery sauce over green beans, whether they're garden fresh or frozen. Another greeny option: Try sugar snap peas. -Lori Daniels, Beverly, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

Place beans in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat the remaining ingredients until butter is melted. Transfer beans to a serving bowl; drizzle with butter mixture and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 382mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.