Green Beans with Lemon-Herb Butter

By newbaucher

Here's a new herb and citrus twist to jazz up classic green beans.

Ingredients

• 1 package (12 oz) fresh green beans
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
• 1 teaspoon dried marjoram leaves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Lemon slices, if desired

Preparation

Step 1

1. Cook green beans as directed on package; drain.
2. Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, heat butter over medium heat until melted and beginning to brown; immediately remove from heat. Stir in lemon peel, marjoram and salt. Pour over beans; toss to coat. Garnish with lemon slices.