Haricots Vert a la Creme (Green beans in cream)
- Total Time
- About 15 minutes
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Ingredients
- 1pound fresh, unblemished green beans
- Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
- 2tablespoons butter
- ½cup heavy cream
- ⅛teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- ½teaspoon dried tarragon
Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)
189 calories; 17 grams fat; 11 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 4 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 9 grams carbohydrates; 3 grams dietary fiber; 5 grams sugars; 3 grams protein; 351 milligrams sodium
Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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Preparation
- Step 1
Trim off the ends of each green bean. Put them in a saucepan with water to cover and salt to taste. Bring to the boil and let simmer until tender, five minutes or longer. Cooking time will depend on the size and age of the beans. Do not overcook.
- Step 2
Drain the beans and put in a saucepan. Add salt, pepper, butter, cream, nutmeg and tarragon. Bring to the boil, stirring. Cook briefly until the cream is slightly reduced and thickened.
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