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Apricot-Glazed Green Beans

By: Nancy Mueller

"Serve this classic pasta toss withApricot-Glazed Green Beans from Nancy Mueller. 'I like to add a little extra flavor to homegrown beans, and this is one of our favorite treatments,' she writes from Bloomington, Minnesota. Apricot preserves make the simple yet tasty coating for the veggies. Try this side dish alongside most any entree whenever time is tight."

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Prep Time:
5 Min

Cook Time:
15 Min

Ready In:
20 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings

Ingredients

1 pound fresh green beans, cut into 3 inch pieces
1/3 cup apricot preserves
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

Place beans in a steamer basket in a saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 7-8 minutes or until crisp-tender.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the preserves, butter and salt. Heat, uncovered, on high for 30 seconds or until butter is melted. Transfer beans to a serving bowl; add apricot mixture and toss to coat.