Hot Dressed Green Beans

Directions

1. 1
   Bring water to boil and add salt.
2. 2
   Drop beans in slowly so that the water continues to boil.
3. 3
   When all beans are in the pot, add 1 tablespoon of baking soda.
4. 4
   Keep a close eye on the pot as soda will cause it to boil up and over, which means you might have to reduce the heat a bit.
5. 5
   Scum will gather on the top of the water, and this must be scooped off with a spoon.
6. 6
   Continue skimming and stirring until the beans are done, which should take about 8 to 12 minutes.
7. 7
   Drain and serve.
8. 8
   ---To prepare the dressing---.
9. 9
   Melt butter in microwave or in a small pan and stir in the herbs.
10. 10
    Pour over beans.
11. 11
    Serve hot.