Harvest Time Green Beans

Carrots and apple add color to this flavorful side dish that's made with green beans. MORE+ LESS-

cups frozen cut green beans

cup thinly sliced carrots

green onions, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

1/2

cup water

teaspoon sugar

1/4

teaspoon salt

1/4

teaspoon dried thyme leaves, crushed

1/3

cup apple juice

teaspoon cornstarch

1/2

cup cubed unpeeled red apple

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In large saucepan, combine green beans, carrots, onions, water, sugar, salt and thyme; mix well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 5 to 7 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
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In small bowl, combine apple juice and cornstarch; blend well. Stir cornstarch mixture into cooked vegetables. Add apple. Increase heat; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until sauce is bubbly and thickened.