Ingredients

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed2/3 cup finely chopped sweet onion3 tablespoons canola oil3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted

Preparation

Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook for 4-7 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately place beans in ice water. Drain and pat dry.

In a large skillet, saute beans and onion in oil until onion is tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in soy sauce and pepper. Transfer to a serving dish; sprinkle with sesame seeds.