String Beans
Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

• 1 - quart string beans
• 1 - teaspoon salt
• 1 - stalk fresh mint, chopped
• 1 - Tablespoon butter
• 1/8 - teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. Cut the beans lengthwise and fine (French bean-style). 
2. Add 1 quart of water to pot and bring to a boil. 
3. Plunge beans into boiling water and quickly cook 7 minutes. 
4. Drain the water. 
5. Add fresh boiling water and salt, and mint. 
6. Cook 5 minutes longer or until beans are tender. 
7. Drain, add butter, pepper, and shake over heat until piping hot.