Green Beans with Red Pepper & Onion
(from Lisa Mc’s recipe box)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Serves 12 people
Categories: Christmas, Side Dishes
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 lbs green beans, trimmed
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium red pepper, finely chopped
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 tsp coarsely ground black pepper
Directions
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In 12" skillet heat 1" water and 1 tsp salt to boiling over high heat. Add green beans, heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; simmer, uncovered, 5-10 minutes, until beans are tender-crisp; drain. Wipe skillet dry
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In same skillet, heat butter with oil over medium heat until melted and hot. Add red pepper, onion, black pepper and 1/2 tsp salt and cook 10 minutes or until tender and lightly browned.
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Return beans to skillet & cook until beans are hot, about 5 minutes.