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Plate of sauteed green beans with cheery tomatoes, and red peppers.

Creole Green Beans

Creole Green Beans

Tender green beans sauteed with ripe tomatoes, garlic, bell pepper, and a hint of cayenne.
Michigan Harvest of the Month™
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Sides
Cuisine Creole, Southern
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 2 small cloves garlic, chopped
  • One (16-ounce) package cut green beans, frozen (or fresh)
  • 1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup tomatoes, chopped
  • ½ cup celery, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in large skillet over low heat.
  • Sauté garlic in oil for 1 minute.
  • Add green beans and bell peppers; increase heat to medium and cook for 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients and cook for another 5 to 7 minutes. Serve hot.

Notes

Prep Tip
If using fresh, wash green beans and snap off (or cut) both ends before cooking.
Change it Up
Keep washed, cut green beans in the fridge for a quick, healthy snack.
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1 cupCalories: 35calCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 159mg
Keyword 30 minutes or Less, Frozen, Soul food, Vegetarian