Spring Vegetable Ring

Name: Spring Vegetable Ring
Ingredients: 6 new potatoes; 6 Tbsp. butter, divided; 1/4 c. water; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 lb. fresh green beans, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces; 2 large fresh tomatoes, peeled and chopped; 1 tsp. dried basil; 1 tsp. salt; 1/8 tsp. pepper

9 ingredients

14 steps

Ingredients

6 new potatoes
6 Tbsp. butter, divided
1/4 c. water
1 clove garlic, minced
1 lb. fresh green beans, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
2 large fresh tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1 tsp. dried basil
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper

Directions

1

Scrub potatoes.
2

With a vegetable peeler or sharp knife, remove a thin strip of peel around center of each potato.
3

Place potatoes in a 1 1/2-quart casserole.
4

Add 2 tablespoons butter and the water.
5

Cover with plastic wrap.
6

Microwave on High for 12 to 16 minutes.
7

Let stand, covered, while cooking beans.
8

Place remaining butter in a large shallow bowl.
9

Microwave on High until melted.
10

Add remaining ingredients.
11

Cover with plastic wrap. Microwave on High for 7 to 9 minutes.
12

Let stand, covered, for 3 minutes.
13

Remove cover and surround with cooked potatoes.
14

Makes 6 servings.