Thanksgiving is TOMORROW!  Last minute planning calls for checking out my Pinterest boards for a semi-healthy Thanksgiving recipe that everyone will enjoy.  I came across Almond Green Beans.  This recipe will avoid all the unwanted calories of a traditional Green Bean Casserole, but still have plenty of bold flavors.  Check this out and maybe it will end up on your Thanksgiving table.  Happy Thanksgiving to all!

Almond Green Beans

Almond Green Beans

THIS simple, quick way of preparing beans makes it an easy recipe to turn to at the last minute. Cooking the beans in the basic ingredients results in a flavorful, impressive side dish.

6 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 25 min.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 1-1/4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
  • 1/4 teaspoon celery seed
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1-1/4 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1-1/4 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup Diamond of California Slivered Almonds, toasted

Directions

  • In a large skillet, melt butter; add the bouillon, celery seed and
  • pepper. Stir in the beans. Cover and cook over medium heat for 9-11
  • minutes or until crisp-tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in soy
  • sauce and almonds. Yield: 6 servings.
Nutritional Facts: 3/4 cup equals 150 calories, 12 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 20 mg cholesterol, 298 mg sodium, 9 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 4 g protein.