Ingredients for Aunt Martha's Green Beans
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
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How to Make Aunt Martha's Green Beans
- Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a large stockpot over medium-high heat.
- Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and sauté for 3 minutes, until softened.
- Add 1 pound of fresh green beans, trimmed, and sauté for another 3 minutes.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of sugar.
- Pour in 2 cups of chicken stock, and bring to a simmer. Cover the pot.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 35-40 minutes, or until the green beans are tender-crisp.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
50 g
Sugar
18g
Fat
19g
Carbs
4g
