We all have traditions when it comes to Thanksgiving, many of which include foods that are tasty but full of fat, calories and sugar. Perhaps this year is the year to start some new, healthier traditions for your Thanksgiving table. That infamous green bean casserole — you know the one — is one of the easiest dishes to convert. Creamed soup is full of sodium and fat calories. So try serving your green beans this way instead:
Bring the following ingredients to boil in a large saucepan:
1/2 c water
1 1/2 lbs trimmed green beans
1/4 c extra virgin olive oil
1 c yogurt
1 c chopped onion
1/2 c dill
salt, pepper, lemon juice to taste
Cover and simmer on low heat for one hour. Add 1 or 2 T of water every 15 minutes if needed. After about an hour, when all the liquid has been cooked in, serve with a sprinkling of olive oil and lemon juice. You may also refrigerate the beans in a tightly covered bowl for 48 hours, then reheat and serve either piping hot or room temperature. Because you can make this dish ahead of time, it’s not only delicious but practical!