Skinny Garlic Green Beans

I- Ingredients For 4 Servings:

• 1 pound fresh green beans;
• 2 cups water;
• 1 tablespoon fresh garlic cloves, minced;
• 1½ tablespoons reduced-fat butter or Smart Balance Light;
• ¼ teaspoon salt;
• Fresh ground pepper, to taste.

II- Directions:

1. In a medium saucepan, add beans and cover with water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer covered for about 8-10 minutes until tender crisp.
2. Drain beans and set aside.
3. In a nonstick pan, saute garlic and 1 tablespoon butter over low heat just until light brown. Add beans and toss to coat.
4. Remove beans from heat and place beans in a serving dish. Add ½ tablespoon butter and let melt over beans. Sprinkle with a little salt and pepper to taste.
5. Makes 4 servings (about ¾ cup each)

III- Nutrition Facts Per Serving (¾ cup ):

• 48 Calories;
• Fat: 2g;
• Saturated Fat: 1g;
• Cholesterol: 0mg;
• Protein: 2g;
• Carbs: 7g;
• Fiber: 3g;
• Sodium: 184mg;
• Sugar: 0g.

Smart Points Value : 1