• 1 lb. frozen French-style green beans
• 1/4 lb. butter or margarine
• 2/3 cup sliced almonds
• 1/8 tsp. salt

In a large deep skillet add beans and 1 1/2 - 2 cups of water and bring to a boil. Add beans and quickly steam (turning beans frequently) for approximately 4-5 mins. Drain beans; remove water. In the same skillet melt butter and add beans. Cover the skillet and reduce heat to a simmer (turning beans occasionally). Cook on a low heat for approximately 6-7 minutes. Drain off excess butter. Add crushed almonds and toss beans. Lightly salt and serve.

Per serving: calories 261, fat 23.0g, 74% calories from fat, cholesterol 31mg, protein 6.1g, carbohydrates 11.8g, fiber 5.8g, sugar 4.2g, sodium 33mg, diet points 6.5.

Dietary Exchanges: Milk: 0.0, Vegetable: 1.1, Fruit: 0.0, Bread: 0.0, Lean meat: 0.6, Fat: 4.3, Sugar: 0.0, Very lean meat protein: 0.0

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