Green Beans with Dried Cherries

Green Beans with Dried Cherries

cup of dried cherries spilt onto a table
Cook Time 20 min.
Serves 4
Ingredients:
  • ½ cup dried sweetened cherries
  • ½ tablespoon canola oil
  • ½ small red onion, diced (scant ¼ cup)
  • 2 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 pound green beans, trimmed
  • Salt to taste (optional)
Preparation:
  1. Begin by making the cherry glaze: Heat the oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the red onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until tender.
  2. Add the brown sugar to the onions. Stir to dissolve.
  3. Add the dry cherries, vinegar, and water. Simmer mixture for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the cherries are soft and the liquid has reduced. Do not let the mixture cook until dry; if it begins to dry out, add more water in small amounts to keep it moist. Set the sauce aside.
  4. Place the beans in a small steamer basket, and place the basket in a pot with a tightly fitting lid, above an inch of boiling water. Cover and cook over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes, keeping the beans slightly crisp.
  5. Toss the steamed green beans with the cherry glaze, season with salt to taste (if desired), and serve.

Nutrition facts:

Per 1/4 of recipe 140 calories 3 grams of protein 28 grams of carbohydrates 5 grams of fiber 10 milligrams of sodium

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