Garlic String Beans - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 tsp. garlic, minced
4 c. fresh or frozen string beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 tsp. dried thyme
1/2 tsp. sea salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 tsp. or 1 cube vegetable bouillon
2 c. water
squeeze of fresh lemon juice

Preparation

In large heavy saucepan, heat oil.
Add garlic and beans and saute over high heat to sear beans, stirring frequently so they do not burn.
Add thyme, sea salt and pepper to taste.
Add water and vegetable bouillon.
Bring to a boil; cover tightly.
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes or until beans are tender when pierced with tip of sharp knife.
Add more water, if necessary.
Frozen beans will take only half the time.
Add squeeze of lemon juice and toss well.
Serves 2.