GLAZED GREEN BEANS

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I appreciate simple side dishes that allow me to focus on the main course. These simply seasoned green beans are a reliable addition to all of my menus.-Karen Scola, Worcester, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1-1/4 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1-1/4 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water
4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
3 teaspoons minced fresh oregano
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon honey mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

Place beans and garlic in a large saucepan; add broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir in the lemon juice, oregano, oil, mustard and pepper; set aside., Drain beans, reserving 1 garlic clove and 1/4 cup broth. Place beans in a serving bowl and keep warm. In the same saucepan, mash reserved garlic clove; stir in reserved broth. , Stir cornstarch mixture and gradually stir into broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Pour over beans and toss to coat. Sprinkle with feta cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 258mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges