Patty Mae's Green Beans & Mushrooms

Crimini or baby portabella mushrooms are delicious in this dish.

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  lb green beans
• 2  tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 2  fresh garlic cloves, finely minced
• 1⁄2 lb  sliced mushrooms
•  salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Cut ends off green beans and cut into 2-inch sections. Set aside.
2. Melt olive oil and butter together in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
3. Add the garlic and saute for about a minute or until fragrant.
4. Add the beans and saute, tossing frequently, for about 5 minutes.
5. Add mushrooms and saute another couple of minutes.
6. Reduce heat to medium low and cover pan.
7. Cook until beans are just barely tender.