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Simply Tasty Green Beans

Equipment

  • Cutting Board
  • Sharp knife
  • Medium skillet

Ingredients

Farmers Market Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 2 cups green beans, fresh, stems removed
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1 clove garlic, minced or 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Pantry Staples

  • Salt

Instructions

  • Gently wash produce under cool running water.
  • Prepare vegetables as directed.
  • Spray medium skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Cook green pepper and onion over medium heat until soft.
  • Add green beans, garlic, and pepper.
  • Cook until beans are crisp yet still tender, stirring frequently.
  • Add salt to taste.

Notes

Substitutions
  • Cooking Spray: Use 1 tbsp of olive oil or butter in place of cooking spray.
  • Garlic: Use garlic powder in place of fresh garlic.
*Adapted from, Simply Tasty Green Beans, from the University of Illinois Extension Eat.Move.Save.
The Start Local recipe series is generously supported by Illinois Farm Bureau.