Monday, January 21, 2013

MEATLESS MONDAY

Today's recipe is from the February issue of SOUTHERN LIVING. The article shared some recipes for side dishes.  Ever heard of haricots verts? The first time I saw it written I wondered what in the world it was. Come to find out it's just a fancy way to say skinny green beans. I think these caramelized spicy green beans sound yummy.

CARAMELIZED SPICY GREEN BEANS
Cook 1 lb. fresh haricots verts (tiny green beans) in boiling salted water to cover 1 minute; drain. Plunge green beans into ice water to stop the cooking process; drain well, pressing between paper towels. Stir together 2 tbsp. light brown sugar, 1 tbsp. soy sauce, and 1/2 tsp. dried crushed red pepper. Saute 1 medium -size red bell pepper, sliced; 1/2 medium-size sweet onion, sliced; and green beans in 1 tsp. hot peanut oil in a large skillet over high heat 3-5 minutes or until beans look blistered. Sprinkle with 3/4 tsp. seasoned salt. Remove from heat; add soy sauce mixture to green bean mixture, and stir to coat.

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