Recipes

Seasoned green beans make a great side dish for almost any main course. Basil, oregano and lemon peel accent the fresh flavor.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 7 minutes

Makes 8 servings.

Ingredients:

1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed

2 tablespoons butter or margarine

1 teaspoon McCormick® Basil Leaves

1/2 teaspoon McCormick® Oregano Leaves

1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel

Directions:

1. Cook beans in boiling salted water in large uncovered saucepan on medium-high heat 7 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain.

2. Return beans to saucepan. Toss with remaining ingredients. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Lemon Herb Asparagus: Use 1 1/2 pounds asparagus, ends trimmed, in place of the green beans.

Nutrition Information (per 1 serving)

Calories: 59

Sodium: 36 mg

Fat: 3 g

Carbohydrates: 6 g

Cholesterol: 8 mg

Fiber: 3 g

Protein: 2 g

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