INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb. fresh green beans, washed, trimmed, strings removed, cut into 1″ pieces -or-
• 1 lb frozen green beans
• Water

METHOD

• Place green beans in saucepan with water to cover
• Bring to a boil
• Reduce heat to medium & allow to simmer 20 minutes or until fork-tender
• Strain, reserving water used for cooking
• Place beans in food processor or blender
• Process until the consistency is that of a smooth puree
• If necessary add a bit of the reserved water to bring to desired consistency