Rosemary and basil complement green beans, celery and onion in this savory side dish from Ruth Andrewson of Peck, Idaho. "My mother always cooked with fresh herbs from her garden," she writes. "Now I find myself doing the same."
1 pound fresh green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons water
1/2 cup chopped onions
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1 to 3 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
Place the beans and water in a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 4-6 minutes or until tender; set aside. In another dish, combine the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on high for 2 minutes or until onion is tender. Drain beans. Drizzle with onion mixture; toss to coat.