Spicy Green Bean Saute

Perk up everyday green beans with this snappy saute recipe. Cayenne pepper gives the beans a little kick and onion and chopped sweet red pepper add a boost of flavor. From the April/May 2003 Taste of Home's Light & Tasty magazine.

• Ready In: 12 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2  teaspoons cornstarch
• 3⁄4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth or 3⁄4 cup vegetable broth
• 1⁄4 cup  low-sodium teriyaki sauce
• 1⁄8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1  lb fresh green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1  medium onion, thinly sliced
• 1⁄2 cup  chopped  sweet red pepper
• 1  teaspoon garlic powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground ginger or 2  teaspoons  minced  fresh gingerroot
• 1  tablespoon canola oil

Directions

1. In a bowl, combine the cornstarch, broth, teriyaki sauce and cayenne pepper until smooth; set aside.
2. In a large nonstick skillet or wok, saute the green beans, onion, red pepper, garlic and ginger in oil until crisp-tender.
3. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the pan.
4. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes until thickened.