FRENCH-CUT GREEN BEANS WITH DILL BUTTER

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A dab of butter and fresh dill turns plain-old green beans into a dish worthy of Sunday dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons butter
1 pound French-cut green beans
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, (or 1/4 teaspoon dried)
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • To prepare beans, trim both ends with a paring knife, or snap off. Cut beans in half into approximately equal-size pieces, then carefully split each bean in half lengthwise with a paring knife.
  • Bring 1 tablespoon butter and 1/2 cup water to a boil in a large skillet. Add beans. Cover; cook over medium-low heat until tender, 16 to 20 minutes.
  • Toss with remaining tablespoon butter and dill. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 g, Fat 5 g, Protein 2 g

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