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| If you work all day, the last thing you want to do when | | | | Directions: |
| you get home is to slave in front of a hot stove to | | | | 1. In large frying pan heat sesame oil over medium-high |
| prepare dinner. However, you don't want to fall to | | | | heat. |
| temptation and drive through the take out window for | | | | 2. Add green beans and crushed red pepper. |
| some sub-standard fast food. If you are trying to eat | | | | 3. Cook 2 to 3 minutes until seared, stir often. |
| healthy and watching your weight, you want to eat | | | | 4. Add water, cover, reduce heat to medium. |
| foods that are nutrient rich, giving the most goody for | | | | 5. Cook 3-6 minutes, stir occasionally, cook longer for |
| the calories you consume. | | | | tender vegetables. |
| The below recipe is great for a quick snack or as an | | | | 6. Uncover, increase heat to medium-high, add stir-fry |
| accompaniment to a main entrée. It's a great | | | | vegetables and black bean-garlic sauce. |
| complement to chicken, fish, pork or beef. | | | | 7. Cook until heated through, stirring often. |
| Asian Green Bean Stir Fry | | | | 8. Dish is ready when the majority of the liquid has |
| 1 teaspoon sesame oil | | | | evaporated. |
| 1 pound green beans, cut 1-inch portions | | | | Serves approximately 4,1 cup servings. |
| Pinch of crushed red pepper | | | | Health Benefits: |
| 1/2 cup water | | | | Beans are rich in fiber and protein but also a great |
| 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen mixed stir-fry vegetables | | | | source of iron and Vitamin B6. Low in fat and calories, |
| (thaw if frozen) | | | | providing antioxidants that protect the heart. |
| 1 tablespoon black bean-garlic sauce (found in Asian | | | | |