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Green Beans with Glazed Pearl Onions

(makes 10 servings)

1 10-ounce bag frozen baby pearl onions
2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons reduced-fat margarine
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper to taste

1. Cook onions, according to package directions, until tender. Drain and keep warm.

2. In the meantime, simmer green beans in a large nonstick skillet in water to cover until crisp tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and keep warm.

3. In same skillet, melt margarine over medium heat. Add balsamic vinegar and onions. Toss to glaze. Add green beans and gently mix to combine. Add salt and pepper to taste.

4. Transfer to a serving dish and serve warm.

Per serving: 60 calories (21% calories from fat), 2 g protein, 2 g total fat (0.3 g saturated fat), 11 g carbohydrates, 3 g dietary fiber, 0 cholesterol, 37 mg sodium.

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