Leeky Beans

• 1 lb fresh green beans, washed and cut off ends
• 1 medium-size leek, sliced in 1/8-inch sections
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 -2 tablespoon dry vermouth
• salt
• pepper

1. Place beans in 2 qts boiling water over high heat.
2. Cover until boiling resumes.
3. Boil uncovered for 4 minutes or until tender.
4. Drain beans into strainer or collander and briefly run under cold water.
5. Saute leek sections and garlic in butter or oil until tender.
6. Add vermouth.
7. Salt and Pepper to taste.
8. Add beans and cover tightly, stirring occasionally, until beans are heated (1-3 minutes).

green beans, sections, garlic, butter, salt, pepper

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/leeky-beans-8540 (may not work)