MOM'S CREAMED GREEN BEANS

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My mother never measured anything. When asked, it was always a dob of this some of that. She even used a coffee cup as a measuring cup.

Provided by Linda Dugan

Categories     Vegetables

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 can(s) green beans (drained)
milk (enough to cover beans in pan)
2 Tbsp margarine
1 pinch basil, dried
1 pinch pepper
1 pinch lawry's salt
1 pinch accent
1 pinch garlic and herb seasoning
PASTE
2 Tbsp flour
small amount of water to make paste

Steps:

  • 1. Drain water from cans of green beans and place in saucepan
  • 2. cover beans with milk. I use 2%, but you can use whole milk
  • 3. Add seasonings and margarine
  • 4. bring to slow boil, stirring every few seconds
  • 5. make a paste with 2 tbls. of flour and enough water to be almost gluelike.
  • 6. Slowly add paste to bean mixture, making sure to whisk in with a fork. Boil for at least a minute.
  • 7. For added flavor, you can use onions, and/or real bacon pieces.

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