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French-Cut Green Beans With Dill Butter

French-Cut Green Beans With Dill Butter

To prepare the beans, trim both ends with a paring knife, or snap off. Then cut beans in half into approximately equal-size pieces. With a paring knife, carefully split each bean in half lengthwise.

Everyday Food, September 2003 http://www.marthastewart.com/317093/french-cut-green-beans-with-dill-butter
3.2
Rated
64100(18)18
  • Prep Time 15 minutes
  • Total Time 30 minutes
  • Yield Serves 4

Ingredients

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

Directions

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Toss with remaining tablespoon butter and dill. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.

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