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Vegetable Basics

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What is Gleaning?

Choose: Slender, smooth, crisp beans with slightly velvety pods and a bright color. Choose beans without big seeds (these indicate older, tougher beans).  One pound of beans makes about 4 servings.

Store: Beans should be stored in the refrigerator in a plastic bag and are best if used within 3 - 5 days.

How to use: Wash well and remove stems. Cook beans by steaming in a small amount of water, until tender-crisp, about 5 - 8 minutes. They can also be cooked directly in soups and stews.

Recipes

Garlic Green Beans

2 pounds fresh green beans, washed and trimmed
3 Tbsp. oil
3 Tbsp. vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
Pepper to taste

1. Cook beans by steaming for 5 minutes. Drain beans.
2. Combine oil, vinegar, garlic and pepper in a jar with a tight fitting lid. Place lid on jar and shake until well blended.
3. Pour over drained beans and toss. Serves 4 - 6.

Salad

1. Place the beans, potatoes and scallions in a medium bowl.
2. Combine all the dressing ingredients in a jar and shake. Pour over salad. Toss gently to mix the ingredients well.
3. Cover the salad and refrigerate for several hours or overnight. Serves 6.

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