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Green Beans with Rays of Sunshine

I made this recipe for the first time on a day in March. The weather was turning warmer, and I had major spring fever. That night, when I served the green beans at dinner, I told my husband I was having trouble coming up with a creative name to describe this dish. He took one look and immediately blurted out, "Green Beans with Rays of Sunshine." I liked it, and so the name stuck.
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Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fresh or frozen green beans
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and cored
  • 1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup minced onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Instructions
 

  • Steam green beans 20-22 minutes or until tender crisp (you may also boil in a large saucepan 8-10 minutes). While green beans are cooking, shred yellow pepper in a food processor (use shredder attachment) or by hand. Drain any liquid, and set aside.
  • When green beans are done cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and yellow pepper. Cook until onions are soft and translucent. Add green beans, dill, salt, and pepper. Stir well, and serve immediately.
  • Yield:  6 servings (serving size: about 1/2 cup)

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