Green Beans with Red Pepper

Submitted By: Mildred H. Edwards

Ingredients

• 11/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
• 1/3 cup water
• 6 tablespoons butter
• 3/4 cup sliced sweet red pepper
• 1 tablespoon chopped shallot
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Instructions

Place beans and water in a 2-quart microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on

high for six to eight minutes or until crisp-tender.
Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet; add red pepper and shallot. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat until red pepper is crisp-tender.
Drain beans; stir into red pepper mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving platter; sprinkle with almonds.