THYME GREEN BEANS WITH ALMONDS

Thyme Green Beans with Almonds image

Thyme is a lovely addition to this classic vegetable side dish. The recipe is a snap to make for family, yet special enough to serve guests. -Kenna Baber, Rochester, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

Place beans in a steamer basket. Place in a large saucepan over 1 in. water; bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 10-12 minutes or until crisp-tender. , In a large skillet, melt butter; add the beans, thyme, salt and pepper. Cook and stir for 5 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 183mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein.