Green Beans, Basil and Mint

Green Beans with Basil and Mint
contributed by Mary Lou Gore

Ingredients

6 cups water
2 lbs. fresh green beans, trimmed
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 cup shredded fresh basil
1/3 cup shredded fresh mint
1 small red sweet pepper, chopped
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1/2 tsp. salt

In a 4 qt. Dutch oven, bring water to boiling.
Add green beans and return to boiling; reduce heat.
Simmer, uncovered, for 7 to 8 minutes or until beans
are crisp-tender, adding garlic for the last minute of
cooking. Drain after cooking.

Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the basil, mint,
sweet pepper, olive oil and salt. Add drained beans
and garlic. Toss gently to combine.

Makes about 8 servings