Good Recipes from Friendly Eaters
Honey-Glazed Beans
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1/2—1 pounds wax (yellow) or green beans, trimmed
1/2 tablespoon mild honey
1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest
1/8 teaspoon salt
Cook beans in a 4-quart pot of boiling salted water until just tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain in a colander, then immediately toss with honey, zest, and salt in a large bowl.
From Gourmet, April 2002.
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Wow, these are fabulous! I skipped the rest of the meal and just ate a plate full of these!