Green Beans Saute

Green beans and onions are lightly sauted in only 1 tablespoon of oil.

1 lb. fresh or frozen green beans, cut in 1-inch pieces
1 T. vegetable oil
1 large yellow onion, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
1/8 t. black pepper
1/2 t. salt
1 T. fresh parsley, minced

1. If using fresh green beans, cook in boiling water for 10 to 12 minutes or steam for 2 to 3 minutes until barely fork tender. Drain well. If using frozen green beans, thaw first.
2. Heat oil in large skillet. Saute onion until golden.
3. Stir in green beans, salt and pepper. Heat through.
4. Toss with parsley before serving.

YIELD: 4 servings SERVING SIZE: 3/4 cup

NUTRITION ANALYSIS PER SERVING: Calories, 64; Total fat, 4 grams; Saturated fat, less than 1 gram; Cholesterol, 0 milligrams; Sodium: 282 milligrams

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